kavatsevad
Kavatsevad is a term used in the context of the Russian Orthodox Church to refer to a group of monks who, in the 19th century, were known for their ascetic lifestyle and their opposition to the reforms of the church. The term "kavatsevad" is derived from the Russian word "kavatsevat," which means "to desire" or "to long for," reflecting the monks' intense spiritual pursuits and their desire for a more austere and traditional form of monasticism.
The kavatsevad monks were primarily based in the Russian province of Bessarabia, which is now part of
The kavatsevad's opposition to the reforms led to a period of tension and conflict within the Russian