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By Mary Fairchild, About.com Guide to Christianity since 2005

Getting Back to Basics

Wednesday June 25, 2008
What do Christians believe?
Getting Back to Basics
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Answering that question is no simple matter. Christianity as a religion encompasses a wide range of denominations and faith groups, and each subscribes to its own set of doctrinal positions.

I've put together a list of the basic Christian beliefs central to almost all Christian faiths. They are presented here as the core doctrines of Christianity. A small number of faith groups who consider themselves to be within the framework of Christianity, do not accept some of these beliefs. It should also be understood that slight variances, exceptions, and additions to these doctrines can exist within certain faith groups that fall under the broad umbrella of Christianity.

• Read: The Basic Doctrines of Christianity

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