Christianization of the Goths

The Christianization of the Goths was a gradual process during late antiquity, where this Germanic tribe adopted Christianity from earlier pagan beliefs. Initially influenced through contact with the Roman Empire and its Christian communities, some Goths converted voluntarily, while others were evangelized by Christian missionaries like Ulfilas, who translated the Bible into Gothic. Over time, Christianity became a significant part of Gothic identity, leading to the spread of church influence and the establishment of Christian practices within their society. This transformation played a key role in shaping the religious landscape of early medieval Europe and the integration of Gothic groups into broader Christian culture.