10. The 1721 Missionary Invasion
In 1721, Norwegian-Danish missionary Hans Egede arrived in Greenland, aiming to convert the Inuit to Christianity. His efforts led to the suppression of shamanistic traditions and the erasure of indigenous religious practices. Egede’s mission established the foundation for Lutheranism in Greenland, which remains the predominant faith today. However, this missionary period also marked a significant disruption to the Inuit’s cultural and spiritual heritage (Encyclopedia.com).
