Heydar Aliyev lived an honorable life, marked by high professionalism and unshakable perseverance. Leading the Republic of Azerbaijan in a very difficult period, he was able to lead his country by improving the welfare of citizens and social stability. The Russian Orthodox Church highly appreciates the care shown to the needs, wishes and aspirations of the Orthodox believers of Azerbaijan.

I admire your constant enthusiasm, I wish you and your beautiful country peace, joy and prosperity. I am sure that you have a long and fruitful life ahead of you, which will be accompanied by great achievements and successes.