The Books of the New Testament Were Used by a Variety

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Essay

The books of the New Testament were used by a variety of Christian groups, some of which were subsequently labeled as heretical. How did the process of canonization limit possible interpretations of these books and make them acceptable to orthodox Christians?

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Definitions:

Sexual Identity

An individual's personal sense of their own sexuality, which may encompass sexual orientation, preferences, roles, and behaviors.

Social Relationships

Connections or associations between individuals or groups based on social context, interactions, or recognition, which may vary in closeness and intimacy.

Sexual Orientation

The attraction that people feel for people of the same or different sex.

Sexualization

The act or process of assigning sexual characteristics or roles to individuals or objects, often reducing them to merely sexual beings or commodities.