The Enochites: An Early 20th-Century Russian Apocalyptic Cult

In 1902-03 there were reports in The New York Times of a Russian sect emerging that revolved around the veneration of St. John of Kronstadt - while he was still alive. Of course, he condemned this movement, yet this did not stop the fanaticism of the people, who misinterpreted his unique miraculous powers as a sign that the end of the world was near. Below are the articles which describe this movement further:

A NEW RUSSIAN SECT: Rise of the Enochites in Zarizyn -- Inventions Foretell the End of the World (October 26, 1902)

RUSSIAN PEASANTS WORSHIP FATHER JOHN: Sect Has Been Formed Founded on This Veneration (October 28, 1902)

Russian Fanaticism and Ignorance (November 09, 1902)

STILL WORSHIP FATHER JOHN: Many Russian Peasants Believe He Is Christ -- A Scene at a St. Petersburg Station (February 19, 1903)

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