Saving Russian Religious Music Traditions

preach – v. to make a speech about religion in a public place

worship – n./v. to show respect and love for God or for a god especially by praying, having religious services, etc.

secular – adj. not religious; of, relating to, or controlled by the government instead of by the church

monastery – a place where religious workers live and work together

intertwined – adj.  to be or become closely involved with each other