Coptic Christianity

Christianity (Oriental Orthodox)15-20 millionCoptic/Arabic

TraditionChristianity (Oriental Orthodox)

Founded1st century AD

Followers15-20 million

Script/LanguageCoptic/Arabic

About Coptic Christianity

One of the oldest Christian traditions, founded by St. Mark in Alexandria. The Coptic Orthodox Church is the largest in Egypt. Uses its own calendar starting from 284 AD. Known for ancient monastic traditions. The liturgy is partly in Coptic, the language of ancient Egypt.

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