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The "Colossian Heresy" is a term that is used to describe the false teachings that occurred in the early church of [[Colossae]], causing the [[apostle Paul]] to write his [[Epistle to the Colossians]].  The exact nature of the heresy is debated, and can only be guessed at by the content of Paul's counter arguments in his letter. Most scholars believe that There are two broad views on the nature of the heresy . One is that it was a Jewish heresy, with a mystical and ascetic form of Judaism . The other was that it was pervading a syncretic gnostic teaching. A few scholars however debate the churchexistence of an actual heresy. Others believe  ===A Jewish heresy=== In this view, the heresy was an early form of gnosticismis thought to reflect a teaching with a focus on Jewish covenant distinctiveness and privilege.  ===A few scholars in recent years gnosticizing syncretism heresy=== In this view, the heresy is thought to reflect a teaching on a special wisdom and knowledge from cosmic powers (see Colossians 2:10). It may have argued against been that the use of the term "heresy"Colossians were integrating a mystery religion with Christ. ===Paul's counter-arguments=== ===Application today===