"Historical description of the dioceses, monasteries and churches located in Russia, with the indication: the beginning and construction of these; religious processions; temple holidays in St. Petersburg and Moscow; Paschals for 50 years; and memorable incidents in Russia in chronological order" gives an idea of ​ ​ the existing monasteries of Russia at the beginning of the XIX century. The book begins with a chronological listing of the most significant incidents in Russia. This list opens the foundation of the Russian State by Rurik in 862. It reflects various events of great importance for Russia, such as the translation of the Bible into the Slavic language, the invasion of Batu Khan on Russia, the capture of Siberia, the beginning of schismatics, shooters' riots, the war with Sweden, the opening of the Imperial Public Library in St. Petersburg, etc. Next comes the section "On Easter." Paschalia is engaged in calculating the day of the Bright Resurrection of Christ, mobile holidays and fasts. Mobile holidays and fasts are listed here, tables are given: Easter members for 50 years, birth of the moon, mobile holidays and fasts for a whole indication (532-year period, after which all dates of Julian Easter are repeated).