Theophan Prokopovich

Theophan Prokopovich (1681–1736) was a prominent figure in the Russian Orthodox Church and a notable theologian. He played a significant role during the time of Peter the Great, particularly in the church's efforts to modernize and reform in response to the wider changes occurring in Russian society. Prokopovich was born in Ukraine and educated in Kiev before moving to Moscow. He became a bishop and was instrumental in the development of the Russian Orthodox Church's administrative structure.