Ilia Chavchavadze (1837-1907) was a multifaceted figure in Georgian history, renowned as a writer, poet, journalist, and lawyer. He played a pivotal role in revitalizing the Georgian national movement during the latter half of the 19th century, amid the Russian dominion over Georgia. Today, he is esteemed as one of the architects of modern Georgia and is honored as Saint Ilia the Righteous by the Georgian Orthodox Church, while the Georgian people affectionately refer to him as Pater Patriae, or Father of the Fatherland.
Drawing inspiration from the liberal currents sweeping through Europe during his time, Chavchavadze dedicated himself to nurturing nationalistic sentiments among Georgians and fostering a robust societal framework in his homeland.
Born into the illustrious Chavchavadze family in Kvareli, Eastern Georgia, in 1837, he received his education from the 1st Classical Gymnasium of Tbilisi in 1857 and later graduated from the Faculty of Law at St. Petersburg University in 1861.
His literary legacy comprises notable works such as "The Hermit," "The Ghost," "Is a Human a Man?!", "Otaraant Widow," and "Kako The Robber." Additionally, he held editorial positions at Georgian periodicals such as "Sakartvelos Moambe" (1863-1877) and "Iveria" (1877-1905), contributing prolifically through journalistic endeavors, predominantly focusing on Georgia and its people. Chavchavadze staunchly defended Georgian language and culture against the pressures of Russification.
Tragically, his life was cut short by assassins in Tsitsamuri, near Mtskheta. Nevertheless, his enduring legacy continues to evoke admiration and reverence among the Georgian populace.
He led a group called "Tergdaleulebi" as part of the contemporary youth movement, advocating for modern and European liberal ideas in Georgia. Ilia Chavchavadze also established two influential newspapers, Sakartvelos Moambe and Iveria. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in establishing Georgia's first financial institution, the Land Bank of Tbilisi, aimed at safeguarding Georgian land from purchase by Armenian bourgeoisie. Over three decades, he served as the bank's chairman, using its resources to support and advance various cultural, educational, economic, and charitable initiatives throughout Georgia.
In addition to his works described above, Chavchavadze was also the founder and chairman of many public, cultural and educational organizations.
About the new law and protest:
Georgia's government approved a new law that many people don't like. This law says that the media and groups that don't make money need to say if they get more than 20% of their money from other countries.
A lot of people have been outside the government building in the capital city, Tbilisi, for three days to show they don't agree with this law.
They denounce the bill as “the Russian law” because Russia has used similar legislation to suppress independent news media and organisations opposed to the Kremlin.
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