SOCIO-ECONOMIC ACTIVITY OF THE GREEK-CATHOLIC CHURCH IN EASTERN HALICHINA IN 1921–1946: HISTORIOGRAPHICAL REVIEW

Abstract

The purpose of the study is to analyze the works of the authors regarding the role of the Greek Catholic Church in socio-economic activity in Eastern Galicia during 1921–1946, under the influence of social transformations. To reveal which works are generalizing, and which are specifically problematic in nature. The research methodology is based on the principles of historicism, systematicity, scientificity, as well as on a critical approach and general scientific and special methods of historical and related sciences. The scientific novelty lies in the fact that an attempt was made to analyze scientific papers on the above-mentioned topic. Researchers focused on the political and nation-building foundations of the Greek Catholic Church, paying only partial attention to the socio-economic aspect. Conclusions The analysis of the impact of the Greek Catholic Church on national consciousness, moral principles, national-political ideology, cultural and educational activities, and socio-economic belonging allows us to assess its significance among the Ukrainian population and reveal great spiritual potential. The study of the role of GCC in the socio-economic sphere also provides an opportunity to adapt the obtained results to modern realities.