ORIGINAL SIN · INHERITANCE OF SIN
All Children Are Innocent
The Tension
Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’
Analysis
Jesus speaks of children's purity, implying they are not burdened by inherited sin.
Perspectives
THE CHRISTIAN RESPONSE
Children are innocent in terms of personal sin but still bear the stain of Original Sin, necessitating salvation through Christ.
THE ISLAMIC POSITION
If the kingdom of heaven belongs to children, this suggests they are free from sin, conflicting with the doctrine of inherited sin.
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All Children Are Innocent