When I was young, I though freemasonry was small. Now, with all these medias, it seems much bigger than I ever imagined .
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AI- The Catholic Church has historically been critical of Freemasonry and has taken a stance against its members being Catholics. The Church's opposition to Freemasonry is based on several factors, including theological, philosophical, and historical concerns. Here are some key points regarding the Catholic Church's position on Freemasonry:
Theological Concerns:
Incompatibility with Catholic Faith: The Catholic Church considers Freemasonry to be incompatible with the Catholic faith. Freemasonry teaches a naturalistic religion that espouses indifferentism , which is the position that all religions are equal and that one can be saved through any religious belief or practice. This conflicts with the Catholic belief in the uniqueness and salvific role of Jesus Christ.
Secrecy and Oaths: Freemasonry involves the taking of secret oaths and the use of rituals that are seen as incompatible with the openness and transparency required in the Catholic faith. The Church views these practices as potentially leading to conflicts of loyalty and undermining the primacy of one's commitment to God and the Church.
Philosophical Concerns:
Religious Indifferentism: Freemasonry promotes the idea of religious indifferentism, which is the belief that all religions are equally valid and that one can be saved through any religious belief or practice. This conflicts with the Catholic belief in the uniqueness and salvific role of Jesus Christ.
Naturalistic Religion: Freemasonry is seen by the Catholic Church as promoting a naturalistic religion that does not recognize the supernatural aspects of faith, such as the existence of God and the importance of divine revelation.
Historical Concerns:
Anti-Catholicism: Throughout history, there have been instances where Freemasonry has been associated with anti-Catholic sentiments and actions. This includes opposition to the Catholic Church's influence in society and government, as well as instances of violence and persecution against Catholics.
Excommunication: The Catholic Church has issued various decrees and statements condemning Freemasonry and declaring that Catholics who join the Masonic lodges are automatically excommunicated. Reconciliation is reserved to the Pope.
It is important to note that the Catholic Church's position on Freemasonry is not universally accepted by all Catholics, and there may be individual Catholics who are members of Freemasonry. However, the Church's official stance remains opposed to Catholics being members of Freemasonry.
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