Definitions for: Proselytism

[n] the state of being a proselyte; spiritual rebirth resulting from the zeal of crusading advocacy of the gospel
[n] the practice of proselytizing

Webster (1913) Definition: Pros"e*ly*tism, n. [Cf. F. pros['e]lytisme.]
1. The act or practice of proselyting; the making of converts
to a religion or a religious sect, or to any opinion,
system, or party.

They were possessed of a spirit of proselytism in
the most fanatical degree. --Burke.

2. Conversion to a religion, system, or party.

See Also: conversion, persuasion, rebirth, spiritual rebirth, suasion

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