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The concept of False things in Christianity

False things, according to various religious perspectives, encompass misleading ideas, deceitful statements, and erroneous beliefs that divert individuals from the truth. In Gnosticism, falsehoods are spoken by those lacking genuine understanding, while Eastern Orthodoxy cautions against erroneous beliefs. The Catholic Church views false things as untruths interrupting civil theology and ancient texts. Early Christianity highlights how falsehoods can appear convincing and be mingled with truth, ultimately leading believers away from authentic understanding and reality.

Synonyms: Inaccuracies, Fallacies, Misinformation

In German: Falsche Sache; In Malay: Perkara palsu; In Swedish: Falska saker; In Dutch: Valse dingen; In Spanish: Cosas falsas; In Finnish: Valheellisia asioita; In French: Les fausses choses

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Christian concept of 'False things'

Christianity Books

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) These are exposed to facilitate the pursuit of truth, serving as the foundation for the discussion and analysis presented.[1] (2) These are things that are mingled with true things by impure and wandering spirits to confuse and mislead men.[2] (3) These are statements or ideas that are not true, yet they can be defended and presented in a way that makes them appear convincing or accurate.[3] (4) This phrase describes ideas that lack any logical foundation and are easily disproven, according to the text, due to the absence of supporting reason.[4] (5) The inaccuracies or misleading information present in the Scriptures.[5]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Significance in Global Christian community:
Catholic Church Books

From: The city of God

(1) These are things that are not true, and they are not preferred to true things, and they are part of the civil theology.[6] (2) These are things that might be inserted instead of true things in ancient writings, according to the text.[7]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.

Significance in Eastern Orthodoxy (or the Eastern Orthodox Church):
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From: The Works of Dionysius the Areopagite

(1) Represents misleading or erroneous beliefs that Dionysius warns Apollophanes against.[8]

Eastern Orthodoxy, or Byzantine Christianity, is one of the three main branches of Christianity. It consists of independently governed churches with strong cultural ties to Eastern and Southeastern Europe. Eastern Orthodox theology focuses on the Holy Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Believers strive for theosis, or becoming closer to God, through grace and spiritual practices.  

Gnostic concept of 'False things'

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Significance in Gnosticism (Mystical or Esoteric Christianity):

From: The Gnostics and Their Remains

(1) False things were spoken by those who mentioned truth, but their hearts were void of it, and they spoke deceitful words about the world and the creator.[9]