Can a Christian be a Unitarian Universalist?
The beliefs of individual Unitarian Universalists range widely, and can include humanism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Taoism, syncretism, Omnism, Neopaganism, atheism, agnosticism, pantheism, panentheism, pandeism, deism and the teachings of the Baháʼí Faith.
Are Universalists Christian?
There is currently no single denomination uniting Christian universalists, but a few denominations teach some of the principles of Christian universalism or are open to them. Unitarian Universalism historically grew out of Christian universalism but is not an exclusively Christian denomination.
What does the Unitarian symbol mean?
The official symbol of the Unitarian Universalist Association was designed to be a “visual representation of a modern and dynamic faith” and intentionally open to interpretation. As its history reveals, it can be seen as a communion cup available to all, a symbol of religious freedom, or light in the darkness.
Who do Unitarians think Jesus is?
Unitarian Christians believe that Jesus was inspired by God in his moral teachings and that he is a savior, but he is not God incarnate.
Is universalism in the Bible?
Universalist theology is grounded in history, scripture and assumptions about the nature of God. Thomas Whittemore wrote the book “100 Scriptural Proofs that Jesus Christ Will Save All Mankind” quoting both Old and New Testament verses which support the Universalist viewpoint.
Is Universalism a religion?
Unitarian Universalism (UU) is a theologically liberal religion characterized by a “free and responsible search for truth and meaning”.
What do Unitarian churches believe?
Unitarianism is a Christian religious denomination. Unitarians believe that God is only one person. Unitarians reject the Trinity and do not believe that Jesus Christ was the Son of God. Followers of Unitarianism also do not accept the concepts of original sin and of eternal punishment for sins committed on earth.