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Slavophilia

Slavophilia is the admiration of Slavic culture, language and people. It is the belief that Slavic people, cultures, and languages are special and different from other cultures in unique, positive ways. It is a way to celebrate and take pride in Slavic people, their history, and their languages. Slavophilia is similar to patriotism in that it is a love for one's own people, culture, and language.