heathenry
/ˈhiːðənri/
noun
- The state or quality of being a heathen; lack of religion or adherence to a religion not considered mainstream, especially in a historical or disapproving context.
- The old missionary wrote about the heathenry of the tribes he encountered.
- Some people still use the word heathenry to describe a lack of religious belief.
- In medieval times, anyone who did not follow Christianity was accused of heathenry.
- Modern pagan religions, especially those that reconstruct ancient Germanic or Norse traditions (often capitalized as Heathenry).
- Heathenry has grown in popularity as people explore pre-Christian spiritual paths.
- She wrote a book about the history and practices of modern Heathenry.
- Many followers of Heathenry celebrate festivals based on the old Norse calendar.
- Uncivilized or barbaric behavior; ignorance or lack of culture.
- The explorer described the local customs as heathenry, but he was biased.
- Calling someone's traditions heathenry is often a way to insult them.
- The novel portrayed the invaders as bringing civilization to a land of heathenry.
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