1 : to induce someone to convert to one's faith. 2 : to recruit someone to join one's party, institution, or cause. transitive verb. : to recruit or convert especially to a new faith, institution, or cause.
Is Christianity a proselytizing religion?
The three religions that are proselytizing religions, seeking more members actively are: Christianity, Islam and Buddhism. Islam is the fastest growing of the traditions and will most likely have the most adherents in the world by 2020.
Is proselytism a sin?
It has come to be seen as a form of involuntary forced conversion through bribery, coercion, or violence, as such, proselytism is illegal in some countries. It is considered to be an opposite to conscious and voluntary forms of conversion, such as those taught in evangelism or shahada.