The Greek-Bulgarian Schism and the Conflict between Charilaos Tricoupis and Joachim III. – Etudes Balkaniques, 2006/1, р. 101-125. (original) (raw)

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The article examines the Greek-Bulgarian Church dispute in the late 19th century, focusing on the conflict between two key figures: Patriarch Joachim III and Greek Prime Minister Charilaos Tricoupis. It argues that this conflict influenced Greek policy orientation amid nationalistic aspirations among Bulgarians for an independent Church and nation within the Ottoman Empire. By analyzing this schism, the piece elucidates its effects on Greek political trends and the socio-religious landscape of the Balkans.

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What key factors contributed to the Greek-Bulgarian Church dispute?add

The paper reveals that the dispute stemmed from Bulgarian aspirations for an independent church and national recognition within the Ottoman Empire, significantly impacting Greek church policies from the 1870s onward.

How did the Eastern crisis affect Greek political priorities in the Balkans?add

The analysis indicates that the Eastern crisis catalyzed Greece to refocus its territorial ambitions, marking a shift in priorities from Turkish to Slavonic influences as critical adversaries, particularly between 1878-1884.

What changes did Joachim III implement during his patriarchate regarding the Bulgarian Church?add

Joachim III attempted to negotiate concessions and maintain power within the Ottoman structure, while advocating for the label of 'schismatic' for the Bulgarian Church, aiming to recover jurisdiction over Orthodox populations.

What were the financial impacts of the Bulgarian Church issue on the Ecumenical Patriarchate?add

The study notes that from 1879 to 1882, the Greek state allocated 150,000 drachmae annually to the Patriarchate to alleviate financial strain, reflecting the economic interdependence shaped by geopolitical conflicts.

How did Charilaos Tricoupis and Joachim III's views diverge on handling the Bulgarian issue?add

The findings illustrate that Tricoupis pushed for direct government control over ecclesiastical matters, while Joachim III aimed for ecclesiastical autonomy, creating tensions over the nationalistic approaches to Greek influence within the Ottoman Empire.

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