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What was the main point of contention between Barth and his early theological influences?

  • Liberal Christianity

  • Confessional Lutheranism

  • Orthodox Christianity

  • Puritanism

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The main point of contention between Barth and his early theological influences, particularly liberal Christianity, was his rejection of their theological rationalism and anthropocentrism. Barth argued that liberal Christianity's emphasis on human reason and autonomy undermined the transcendence and sovereignty of God. He insisted on the radical distinction between God and humanity, emphasizing the infinite qualitative difference between the Creator and the creature.
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