Atheism
Atheism is the rejection or denial of the existence of God, a sin against the First Commandment.
Atheism is the belief that God does not exist, covering practical atheism, atheistic humanism, and modern atheism (CCC 2123-2124). It is a sin against the virtue of religion (CCC 2125).
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How to treat atheists? With respect and dialogue, proposing the truth of the Gospel (CCC 2126).
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