During the last decades of the twentieth century statements had appeared noting a recognition of Fr. Pavel as a [[saint]] and [[New-Martyr|new martyr]]. This action was often attributed to the [[ROCOR|Russian Orthodox Church Abroad]]. However, Metr. Vitaly, then First Hierarch of ROCOR, noted firmly that no such action was ever considered by ROCOR, and that no such glorification had been made.{{ref|1}}
==Controversy==
Fr Pavel's teachings included 'Sophiology', a teaching condemned by the Church in Florensky's lifetime.
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