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Well, that depends on what Christians you are talking about, but if it was within the church it would be a threat just like it was a threat to the United States to have half of the country believing in slavery, and half not. Heresy is just non-traditional belief, and It tore them apart, and opposing beliefs can tear any group apart if there is no appeal to a higher authority or ultimate truth... luckily, in Christianity, there is.
Heresy, if it is going against God's revealed will, would be rejected because it is untrue, and threatens the unity of the church. As indeed it already did in the early church, as shown by all of the splinter churches that came into being trying to fight the heresy that had grown within the main body.
Heresy still threatens groups and society today. We have political parties which accuse each other of heresy, as well as fringe groups that like to espouse "heretical" beliefs like racism or child pornography, or whatever it is... and they threaten the peace and the status quo of society. Everyone is threatened by some kind of heresy. It just depends on what beliefs you find traditional, and which ones you want to change.
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Why do you think some Christians considered heresy such a threat?
Some Christians considered heresy a significant threat because it challenged the core tenets of their faith and could lead to division within the community. Heretical beliefs often undermined established doctrines, creating confusion and potentially leading followers away from orthodox teachings. Additionally, in a time when the Church sought to unify believers under a common set of beliefs, heresy was seen as a direct threat to the stability and authority of the Church. This fear of fragmentation and loss of control over religious interpretation fueled strong reactions against heretical ideas.
Why are some forms of religion called primal?
Because Christians believe anything before them is incomplete and uncivilised (primal) and anything after them is heresy.
Why did the Romans consider the Christians criminals?
The Christians, or some of them, were considered criminals because they refused to give honor to the state gods. This was the same as undermining the government and the prosperity of the state.The Christians, or some of them, were considered criminals because they refused to give honor to the state gods. This was the same as undermining the government and the prosperity of the state.The Christians, or some of them, were considered criminals because they refused to give honor to the state gods. This was the same as undermining the government and the prosperity of the state.The Christians, or some of them, were considered criminals because they refused to give honor to the state gods. This was the same as undermining the government and the prosperity of the state.The Christians, or some of them, were considered criminals because they refused to give honor to the state gods. This was the same as undermining the government and the prosperity of the state.The Christians, or some of them, were considered criminals because they refused to give honor to the state gods. This was the same as undermining the government and the prosperity of the state.The Christians, or some of them, were considered criminals because they refused to give honor to the state gods. This was the same as undermining the government and the prosperity of the state.The Christians, or some of them, were considered criminals because they refused to give honor to the state gods. This was the same as undermining the government and the prosperity of the state.The Christians, or some of them, were considered criminals because they refused to give honor to the state gods. This was the same as undermining the government and the prosperity of the state.
What did the Jews think of the early Christians?
The Jews had mixed opinions about early Christians. Some viewed them as a sect within Judaism, while others saw them as a threat to traditional Jewish beliefs and practices.
Is Arminianism considered heresy by some Christian denominations?
Yes, some Christian denominations consider Arminianism to be heretical due to its beliefs about free will and predestination conflicting with their own doctrines.
What are the different beliefs between Christians and Catholics?
Roman Catholic AnswerThere are none, as Christians are Catholics and vice-versa. There are however some Christians who are not visible members of the Catholic Church. These are people who have received valid baptism and believe in the Nicene Creed in its traditional interpretation. Someone who has different beliefs from Catholicism is known as a heretic, although if they were raised knowing no better, then the heresy would only be formal; although they were raised believing that they were Christians.
Into what two groups did the Christians split?
Roman Catholic AnswerThe only split possible for Christians is to "split" into heresy, apostasy, or schism. In the first case, they deny some aspect of the faith such as protestants, in the second case, they deny the faith entirely, such as modern pagans; and in the third case, they deny the supremacy of Peter, such as the Orthodox.
Is heresy a noun?
Yes, it is a noun. Heresy is a crime (sin) against the established church, such as failing to accept some doctrine that is espoused by the church.
Why do people kill cougars?
Cougars are hunted for sport and killed because some people consider them a threat to livestock. Rarely one will be killed because it is considered a public safety threat.
Can a 10year old dog that has never bitten anyone but has gotten into dog fights be considered a threat to people?
Yes, Some dogs never bite. But sometimes, They can get very aggressive, If they do they are a threat...
Why did aristotles writing and ideas disturb some medieval christians?
Aristotle's emphasis on reason and observation contradicted some Christian beliefs that prioritized faith and revelation. Additionally, Aristotle's views on metaphysics and ethics often conflicted with Christian teachings, leading some medieval Christians to view his writings as a threat to their religious beliefs.
Why was Saint Paul beheaded?
Much of Rome had burned in an immense fire in nthe year 64 AD., some say it was intentionally started by Emperor Nero who wanted to rebuild the city in his own vision. To deflect the blame he decided to blame the Christians for the blaze. He already considered the Christians a threat and irritation so used this excuse to begin a mass persecution of the Christians. Paul was already in prison at the time so was readily available to be executed.
