The Christianization of Bulgaria during knyaz Boris I

• Who was the ruler of Bulgaria during the Christianisation period from 852 AD to 889 AD?

  tzar Boris I
• What was one of the main reasons for the Christianisation of Bulgaria under tzar Boris I?

  To unite the Slavs and Bulgarians in one nationality
• What significant event occurred in 864 AD during the reign of tzar Boris I?

  Mass conversion to Christianity began
• What was the outcome of the revolt against Christianity in Bulgaria in 866 AD?

  The revolt was crushed, and 52 boyars and their families were executed
• What was decided at the religious council in 870 AD regarding the Bulgarian church?

  The Bulgarian church was declared autocephalous archbishopric
• Who were the students of Cyril and Methodius that came to Bulgaria in 886 AD?

  Disciples who established literary education centers
• What was the significance of the education centers established in Pliska and Ohrid?

  They prepared educated people to introduce the Slavonic language in the Church and administration
• What happened to tzar Boris I in 889 AD?

  He retired in a monastery
• What did khyaz Vladimir Rasate attempt to do after Boris I's retirement?

  He tried to restore the pagan religion
• What was the outcome of khyaz Boris I's actions against his son Vladimir Rasate?

  Boris I dethroned his son, blinded him, and imprisoned him
• What decision was made at the national meeting organized in Preslav in 893 AD?

  To appoint Simeon as the new ruler and use the Slavonic language in the church and administration
• What were the main events during the reign of tzar Boris I from 852 AD to 889 AD?

  • Several unsuccessful wars against various kingdoms
  • 853 AD: United with Great Moravia against the German Kingdom but was defeated
  • 864 AD: Mass conversion to Christianity began
  • 870 AD: Bulgarian church declared autocephalous archbishopric
  • 886 AD: Students of Cyril and Methodius established education centers
• What were the reasons for the Christianisation of Bulgaria?

  • To unite the Slavs and Bulgarians in one nationality
  • To be regarded as part of the family of Christian states
  • To consolidate control over territories with baptized populations
• What were the consequences of the revolt against Christianity in 866 AD?

  • The revolt was crushed
  • 52 boyars and their families were executed
  • Strengthened the resolve of the Christian leadership
• What was the significance of the decisions made at the national meeting in Preslav in 893 AD?

  • Appointed Simeon as the new ruler
  • Declared Preslav as the new capital
  • Established the use of the Slavonic language in church and administration