User:KHM03/Criticisms of Christianity

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Over the centuries, many people have offered criticisms of Christianity. Critics of Christianity have included philosophers, journalists, scientists and other people from all walks of life. This article outlines some of the major criticisms that have been offered through the years.

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[edit] The Trinity and the Incarnation

  • concept of "God enfleshed" offensive to some
  • Trinity incomprehensibility

[edit] Sin and Atonement

  • concept of sin basically pre-modern
  • violent, bloody Cross

[edit] The Bible

  • inconsistencies

[edit] Ecclesiology

  • lack of unity
  • rigid hierarchy
  • sometime lack of coherence between doctrine & ethical behavior
  • Calvinists (in general)