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Catholic Icons vs. The Claim of Idolatry

Catholic Icons vs. The Claim of Idolatry

What Catholic teachings really say about sacred images.

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Jeff Putnam
May 27, 2024
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The Catholic tradition of venerating icons is often misunderstood, leading some to mistakenly equate this practice with idolatry, a concern frequently expressed within Protestant circles. This misunderstanding stems from a lack of comprehension about what icons represent and how they are used within the Catholic faith.

At the heart of the Catholic use o…

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