Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Colombian President's Jesus Remark Sparks Outrage
The President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, said that Jesus might have had a romantic relationship with Mary Magdalene.
This upset many Christians in the country because they believe Jesus never married and lived a life of chastity.
People are arguing about whether the president should have made such a statement, especially since most Colombians are Christian and take their faith very seriously.
Some people think the president was just trying to talk about love, but others think he was being disrespectful.
The debate is still going on, and some people in the government think the president should not make statements about religious topics.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro claimed Jesus 'made love' to Mary Magdalene during a speech.
The statement sparked outrage among Colombia's Christian population, who believe Jesus lived a chastity.
Christian groups and individuals criticized Petro for disrespecting their religious beliefs.
The Evangelical Confederation of Colombia and the country's major Catholic group urged respect and non-interference in religious beliefs.
The controversy has ignited a national debate in Colombia, where religious identity remains strong.
- Who
- Colombian President Gustavo Petro
- What
- Made a controversial statement about Jesus and Mary Magdalene
- When
- During a recent speech
- Where
- Colombia
- Why
- Petro's remarks were intended to discuss love and Jesus' relationships, but were perceived as disrespectful by many Christians
- Person
- Gustavo Petro
- Role
- President of Colombia
- Controversial Statement
- Jesus 'made love' to Mary Magdalene
- Religious Identity
- Most Colombians identify as Catholic or Christian
- Response
- Christian groups and individuals expressed outrage and disapproval
- Liberation Theology
- Petro supports liberation theology, which focuses on uplifting the poor and challenging traditional power structures
- Opposition Reaction
- Opposition presidential candidate Vicky Davila called the remarks a 'provocation'