Cyrillianism

/sɪˈrɪliəˌnɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The religious or cultural doctrine and practices associated with Saint Cyril and the Eastern Orthodox missionary tradition.

Etymology

From Cyrillian plus '-ism' (a system of beliefs). Developed as a historical and religious concept reflecting Eastern Orthodox Christian traditions.

Kelly Says

Cyrillianism represents one of history's greatest success stories of cultural conversion—two brothers brought writing, religion, and education to entire civilizations through missionary work.

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