Christendom

usgb/ˈkrɪsndəm/
noun

The internationally united group of all Christian individuals or countries.

During the Middle Ages, christendom was threatened by the advance of Islam.
Visual representation of "christendom" - The internationally united group of all Christian individuals or countries.

Often appears as...

  • divided christendom
  • western christendom
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Historical Context

Understand 'christendom' often refers to a historical era when Christianity was dominant.

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The laws of early christendom were heavily influenced by the church.
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Geopolitical Nuance

'Christendom' can imply a cultural unity based on Christian tradition and heritage.

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Scholars debate the influence of christendom on modern European borders.
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Cultural Identity

It encompasses a sense of shared identity beyond geographical borders.

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Missionaries sought to expand christendom to new continents.
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