Religious motivations

Definition

Religious motivations refer to the driving force behind European imperialism during this era, where religious beliefs and a desire to spread Christianity played a significant role in the expansion of European powers.

Related terms

Colonization: Colonization refers to the process by which one country establishes control over another region or territory, often with the aim of exploiting its resources or expanding influence.

Missionaries: Missionaries are individuals who are sent by a religious organization with the purpose of spreading their faith and converting people to their religion.

Cultural assimilation: Cultural assimilation occurs when one culture adopts or absorbs elements from another culture, often due to colonization or contact between different societies.