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Հիմնարար հայագիտություն=Fundamental Armenology
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Translated from Armenian by Gevorg Harutyunyan
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Christianity ; St. Gregory the Illuminator ; Nicene Creed ; Mesrop Mashtots
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The Christian faith stands as one of the cornerstones in the formation of Armenian identity, uniquely manifested through Armenian theological thought. Rooted in pivotal ecclesiastical-historical events, this thought has evolved, deepened, and been refined over centuries, creating a rich heritage that reflects both universal Christian traditions and the unique spiritual and cultural character of the Armenian people. This article addresses the early periods of the Armenian Church’s history (from its foundation to the beginning of the 6th century). Its focus of study includes historical events such as the introduction of Christianity to Armenia and its adoption as a state religion, as well as the invention of the Armenian alphabet and its impact on Armenian Christian thought. The article also touches upon the universal and local ecclesiastical challenges of the time, aiming to reveal how the ecclesiastical authors and events of that era shaped and crystallized Armenian Christian theological thought. This thought responded to both internal religious needs and the developments in global Christianity, thereby defining the unique character of Armenian theological thought.