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=== Assistant: This confusion is very common, so let’s clear it up simply and accurately. ===
This confusion is very common, so let’s clear it up simply and accurately.

==== Catholicism is a part of Christianity. ====
All Catholics are Christians, but not all Christians are Catholics.

Think of it like this:

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Christianity is the religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

All Christians believe in:
* Jesus Christ as the Son of God
* His death and resurrection for salvation
* The Bible (Old Testament + New Testament)
* Salvation through Christ

Christianity includes many denominations, such as:
* Catholic
* Orthodox
* Protestant (Anglican, Lutheran, Baptist, Methodist, Evangelical, etc.)

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Catholicism refers to the teachings and practices of the Roman Catholic Church.

Key Catholic beliefs include:
* The Pope as the spiritual leader (successor of Saint Peter)
* Sacraments (7 in total, including Eucharist, Confession)
* Church tradition alongside the Bible
* Veneration of Mary and the saints

Catholics believe their Church traces back directly to the apostles, especially Peter.

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==== Many people say “Christian” to mean non-Catholic Christians, especially in: ====
* Evangelical circles
* Protestant communities
* Social media discussions

But theologically and historically, Catholics are Christians.

==== - Christianity = Medicine ====
* Catholicism = One medical system (like Western medicine)
* Protestantism / Orthodoxy = Other systems

All aim for healing, but methods differ.

==== ✔ Catholics are Christians ====
✔ Christianity is the umbrella faith
✔ Catholicism is the largest Christian denomination

If you want, I can also:
* Compare Catholic vs Protestant
* Compare Catholic vs Orthodox
* Explain this from a Biblical-only perspective
* Explain it from a historical / political angle

Just tell me.