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polycarp

/ˈpɒl.ɪ.kɑːp/

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noun

C2formalcommon/ˈpɒl.ɪ.kɑːp/

uncountable · proper noun

A proper noun referring to a Greek bishop of Smyrna who was martyred for his Christian faith in the 2nd century.

  • 🇷🇺Имя собственное, относящееся к греческому епископу Смирны, принявшему мученическую смерть за христианскую веру во II веке.
  1. Early Christian bishop and martyr C2 formal

    A Greek bishop of Smyrna (modern-day Izmir, Turkey) in the 2nd century AD, known for his steadfast Christian faith and martyrdom by burning.

    • Polycarp is remembered as one of the earliest Christian martyrs.
    • The story of Polycarp's refusal to renounce his faith is well-documented.
    • He was burned at the stake around 155 AD for his beliefs.

    🇷🇺Раннехристианский епископ и мученик

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