Dobrynya Malkovich as a historical figure

In: Voprosy istorii: VI = Studies in history, Band 2020, Heft 12-3, S. 191-203

Abstract

In the publication, based on the analysis of ancient Russian chronicles, archeological data and folklore sources, the reconstruction of the main stages of the biography of one of the most beloved epic heroes of the Russian people - Dobrynya Malkovich is carried out. The authors presented several hypotheses for the origin of Dobrynya, consistently modeled historical events associated with the main milestones in the biography of the main associate of Prince Vladimir Svyatoslavich. The study emphasizes the exceptional role of Dobrynya in the historical events associated with the coming to power of his nephew in Novgorod and Kiev, as well as in carrying out the religious reforms of Prince Vladimir.