In the late 16th century Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, Orthodox bishops faced some serious problems and would conclude that union with the Roman Catholic Church was the best solution.
Links:
Articles Concerning Union with the Roman Church
Map of Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth in 1600
One of the best books on this subject matter is “Crisis and Reform: The Kyivan Metropolitanate, the Patriarchate of Constantinople, and the Genesis of the Union of Brest” by Fr. Borys Gudziak
Photo – Image of the medal Clement VIII struck after the Union with the Ruthenian Church was established
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