Christianizer

/ˈkrɪstiənaɪzər/ noun

Definition

A person who converts others to Christianity; a missionary, evangelist, or propagator of Christian faith.

Etymology

From 'Christianize' (to make Christian) + '-er' (one who does). This term describes both formal missionaries and informal converters throughout Christian history.

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Christianizers were medieval and colonial history's most controversial figures—celebrated as saints by some, denounced as cultural destroyers by others.

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