The priest explained whether women could be banned from entering church because of their trouserstranslated

Women visiting an Orthodox church wearing trousers is not prohibited by church regulations, but in some parishes such clothing is frowned upon. The priest of the Russian Orthodox Church, Anthony Rusakevich, explained that there is no single ban on trousers for parishioners. At the same time, disagreements remain among believers regarding acceptable appearance during services.

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According to the clergyman, the requirements for clothing are largely related to centuries-old Orthodox traditions. They imply modesty, restraint and respect for the place of prayer. Women's usual attire for going to church includes a long skirt, closed clothing and a headscarf. Such customs were formed under the influence of historical ideas and Old Testament instructions.

Rusakevich noted that trousers have long been part of women’s everyday wardrobe, but in some churches their wearing still causes controversy. Sometimes visitors face comments and condemnation from other parishioners. The priest warned that such severity can push a person away from the church and deprive him of the desire to come to...