1. The primary distinction between Catholicism and Christianity is that the Catholic holy book is composed of 73 collections, whereas the Christian holy book is composed of either 66 or 73 collections.
2. In contrast to the Christian belief that Mary was sinful like the rest of humanity, Catholics hold that Mary did not commit any sins throughout her life.
3. In contrast, the canon laws, diocesan laws, and papal decrees that underpin Catholic law provide the foundation for Christian law, which differs widely depending on the Christian religion.

• A person who adheres to the teachings of Jesus Christ and may be a member of the Catholic Church, the Protestant Church, the Gnostic Church, the Mormon Church, the Evangelical Church, the Anglican Church, or the Orthodox Church is referred to as a Christian.
• A Christian who adheres to the teachings of the Catholic Church as they have been handed down from Pope to Pope is known as a Catholic.

What are the similarities between Christianity and Catholicism?

• Both Catholicism and Christianity can trace their origins back to the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ around the year 33 A.D.
• Both religions originated in the same region of the globe, Judea, with Jerusalem serving as a sacred place for people of all faiths.
• People who follow the Catholic religion believe that Jesus chose Peter, one of the apostles, to succeed him as the leader of the church.

What is Catholicism?

By the end of the year 2017, the Catholic Church counted more than 1.3 billion baptized members, making it the oldest and most widespread Christian denomination in the world. There are Christians who do not follow the Catholic faith, but those who do follow the Catholic faith are considered Christians.

What is the difference between a Catholic and a Protestant?

A further belief held by Catholics is that even if Protestants believe in Jesus Christ, only those who follow the teachings of the Catholic Church can enter heaven. A Christian who adheres to the Catholic religion in the manner in which it has been handed down via the Popes is known as a Catholic.

Is the Catholic Church just one denomination of Christianity?

There are a lot of people who aren’t aware of the fact that the Roman Catholic Church is only one denomination, or sect, of Christianity, much like the Eastern Orthodox Church and all of the other divisions that exist within Protestantism.