Missionaries

Definition

Missionaries are individuals who spread their religious beliefs to others, often in different regions or countries.

Analogy

Think of missionaries like the Wi-Fi signal spreading internet connectivity. Just as Wi-Fi enables devices to connect to the internet, missionaries help people connect with a particular religion.

Related terms

Proselytize: This is the act of attempting to convert someone from one religion, belief, or opinion to another. It's what missionaries do when they're spreading their faith.

Evangelism: This is the preaching of a religion (especially Christianity) with the aim of converting others. It's like a more specific form of proselytizing focused on Christian faiths.

Cultural Diffusion: This refers to how cultural beliefs and social activities spread through different ethnicities, religions, nationalities, etc. It's like an umbrella term that includes missionary work among other ways culture spreads.