FAQ About Grigori Rasputin

Tsarina Alexandra valued Rasputin chiefly due to his perceived healing abilities for her son Alexei, who suffered from hemophilia. She believed Rasputin had divine intervention powers, which increased her dependence on him. This close relationship allowed Rasputin significant influence in court matters, especially when Tsar Nicholas II was away during World War I, leading Alexandra to consult Rasputin on political decisions.