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Armenian Church

Armenian Church

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An independent Christian church in Armenia founded around 300 AD
  • proper noun
translation icon : Iglesia Armenia
  • The ancient cathedral at Etchmiadzin is the spiritual center of the Armenian Church.

Examples

  • The Armenian Church celebrates Christmas on January 6th, unlike many Western Christian denominations.

  • Many Armenians around the world remain members of the Armenian Church, preserving their religious traditions.

  • The Armenian Church has a rich history.

  • Many people visit the Armenian Church in Yerevan.

  • The Armenian Church has played a crucial role in preserving Armenian culture and traditions.

  • Many pilgrims travel to Armenia to visit the historic sites of the Armenian Church.

  • The Armenian Church celebrated its anniversary with a special service attended by thousands.

Synonyms

Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church
vsArmenian Church
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A Christian church in Armenia that began around year 300 and keeps old traditions

is the same church but uses a shorter more common name

Surface Forms

Armenian Church main

Morphology

Armenian + church

The meaning 'a church related to Armenia' is directly and compositionally derived from the adjective 'Armenian' + noun 'church', following a common adjective+noun pattern. Learners who know both constituents will understand it denotes a Christian body associated with Armenia (even if they lack historical or denominational details).

Etymology

Armenian Church began when Saint Gregory the Illuminator helped the king of Armenia accept Christianity around 300 AD. One popular story says the king had a dream and was healed, so the whole country 'became Christian' and the church became the nation's own ancient Christian community.