Defining Different Denominations

[GettinInTune]

I hope it is ok that I post here. I am not looking for a debate, but ask out of curiosity. There are numerous Christian denominations. Can Christians help me out by telling my the main difference among various denominations? Thanks.

 

[LamorakDesGalis]

I hope it is ok that I post here. I am not looking for a debate, but ask out of curiosity. There are numerous Christian denominations. Can Christians help me out by telling my the main difference among various denominations? Thanks.

Hi GettinInTune,
The main differences are multivaried, and are rooted in the denomination's historical background. There are different theological emphases, cultural differences, different liturgical (worship) styles, and even national differences. The major branches of Christianity are the Roman Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox, the Protestant churches and the Oriental Orthodox. Probably the Protestant differences are the most visible because of their prominence in the US.

Protestant denominations are typically grouped along historical lines beginning with the Reformation. Later movements and historical figures in Protestant history gave rise to additional groups, denominations, and views. For example the modernist-fundamentalist controversy in the 1900s divided many Protestant denominations along conservative and liberal lines.

That's a bit of a generic answer, but feel free to ask more questions...


LDG

 

[MoNiCa4316]

I hope it is ok that I post here. I am not looking for a debate, but ask out of curiosity. There are numerous Christian denominations. Can Christians help me out by telling my the main difference among various denominations? Thanks.

Hi
Well basically, there are three major groups: Roman Catholics, Eastern Orthodox, and Protestants. There are many different types of Protestants.
Most Christians agree with the Nicene Creed, but disagree on some doctrines and have slightly different worship styles.
Are you looking for more historical information, or more in terms of beliefs? There is a lot to say on this topic, but I'm not sure what exactly you are looking for. Can you please make your question more specific? It would be easier to go into detail then.


cheers

 

[Rhamiel]

Roman Catholic (latin rite) is only part of the Catholic CHhurch, the Catholic Church is made up of 23 churches, the western rite (or Roman Catholic) is one and there are 22 eastern churches in full communion with Rome and each other

 

[E.C.]

I think the best way to figure the differences between denominations/faiths is to look at history.

Start with the 1st century and go up until the current, 21st, century.