The Patriarch of Russia: on behalf of the Russian Orthodox Church and personally, I express my sincere condolences on the serious loss for the Georgian Orthodox Church
Irakli Kobakhidze: His Holiness’ service transcends the purely spiritual dimension - Ilia II’s contribution to preserving national identity, safeguarding traditions, and strengthening statehood is invaluable
UK Embassy expresses condolences over death of Patriarch Ilia II
Bishop Antoni: At the Synod session, my proposal will be for the Patriarch to be buried in the Holy Trinity Cathedral - the Patriarch is the very image of the Trinity
Average monthly salaries in Georgia reach GEL 2,466 in Q4 2025
Bishop Miqael: From what I’ve read about the holy fathers, I saw such a thing only in the Patriarch - he preached through his actions, and even in silence, he taught what it means to be an Orthodox Christian
Mikheil Kavelashvili: His Holiness’ epochal service to the homeland and the nation will remain an unparalleled example of loyalty; he became a firm support for the people; his wisdom and paternal love will be deeply missed
Patriarchate: Procession to transfer Ilia II to Holy Trinity Cathedral to begin at 16:00
Father Shalva Kekelia: A huge era has ended, but in heaven it continues. I ask everyone who has ever spoken ill of His Holiness to seek forgiveness – it is you who need it; he needs neither forgiveness nor pardon
Ucha Nanuashvili: I cannot speak about the questions asked during the interrogation because I was made to sign a non-disclosure; if meeting with an OSCE expert is a crime, then officials should also be questioned