Something other than the unquestionable diversity or pluralism of the biblical pronouncements on the Holy Meal has caused fateful and obnoxious splits. The influx of Greek dualistic philosophy, the conscious or unconscious adoption of elements of the ancient mystery religions, and accommodations to Roman legal thought and political institutions are found at the root of the divisions. The contrast between spirit and matter, clergy and laity, holy and profane, religious experience and daily conduct,
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