philhellenism
/fɪlˈhɛlɪnɪzəm/
noun
- Admiration or support for Greek culture, history, or people, especially during the Greek struggle for independence.
- Philhellenism inspired many European artists and writers to support the Greek Revolution.
- His philhellenism was evident in his extensive collection of Greek artifacts.
- The university's classics department promotes philhellenism through its study abroad program.