Cyril

Greek missionary bishop and saint

Cyril - Greek missionary bishop and saint
Born

None
None years ago

Died

February 14th, 869
1156 years ago — None years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Greece

Links & References

This individual served as a missionary bishop and played a key role in the spread of Christianity among the Slavic peoples. Co-developed the Glagolitic alphabet, an early written form of the Slavic language, significantly advancing literacy. Founded the first Slavic literary tradition and worked alongside his brother in missions to the Great Moravian Empire, establishing a religious framework that influenced the region profoundly.

Co-developed the Glagolitic alphabet

Spread Christianity in the Slavic regions

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