apostles

Definition

Early Christian missionaries or pioneering advocates of a particular cause, movement, or belief—essentially the OGs of religious or ideological evangelism before influencer culture made it a full-time job.

Example Usage

Steve Jobs became an apostle of minimalist design, influencing an entire generation of product designers.

Source: Religious and historical terminology; common metaphorical usage

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