The Growth of Religious Diversity - Vol 2

Parsons, Gerald M.

doi:10.4324/9781315003320

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“…A more recent example of extrinsic syncretism are the New Age spiritualities. 11 Flourishing in many parts of the world, they cannot be identified with a particular institution of theological structure. Another recent example would be 'Chrislam', 12 which started in Nigeria in the 1980s but is spreading vigorously throughout the world.…”

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Is syncretism really harmful to Christianity?

Nweke¹

2017

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What culture or society is pure? Which religion has not been influenced by another or other religions? Yet, why is the fusion of some elements of one religion into other religions met with distrust and disapproval? Why is there little or no theological support for the union and assimilation of qualities from one religion into another? Why does it seem that Christianity in particular is exceptionally anti-syncretistic? This work reconsiders under what situations syncretism is adverse or positive. Is it bad when it results in a more fulfilling and satisfactory relationship with Christ? Is it bad when it reinvigorates or retains the forms of worship that have been suitable for the people in their relationship with God before Christianity? Is it bad when it enculturates people towards accepting Christ and believing in his message, but in their own categories?

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Section: Extrinsic Syncretismmentioning

confidence: 99%

Is syncretism really harmful to Christianity?

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2017

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The Growth of Religious Diversity - Vol 2

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Is syncretism really harmful to Christianity?

Is syncretism really harmful to Christianity?

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