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What does it mean?
The rise of the Christian God brought the strongest feeling of guilt on earth.
In plain terms
Christianity introduced a heightened sense of guilt.
What can you take from it?
Religious concepts can intensify moral guilt.

Where it applies

  • theological debates
  • cultural criticism
  • personal belief

Putting it to work

  • examining guilt in religious contexts
  • questioning moral authority

Questions to consider

  • Is guilt a necessary component of religion?
  • How does guilt affect behavior?

Another view

It generalizes the impact of Christianity on all individuals.

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