The Orthodox Church celebrates St. prince Vladimir - he is known for the conversion of Kievan Rus in 988. His life has two periods - pagan and Christian. As a pagan, he was cruel, vindictive and vicious, committed many crimes.
Before his baptism he was blind. In the Christian period, he carried out educational activities, strengthened the Christian faith. He died on July 15, 1015.
Name day celebrated by: Vladimir, Vladi, Vladimira, Vlada, Vlado.