[Grey Ghost II]

a naked crucifix would be vastly preferable as the norm, for many sound theological reasons.

Do you care to elaborate why a naked crucifix would be preferable?

[Land of the Irish]

Do you care to elaborate why a naked crucifix would be preferable?

Maybe because, the majority of Amchurch bishops and priests would find it "enjoyable".

[Romulus]

Because it more fully conveys the scriptural truth and theological mystery of the crucifixion. It would have been so cool if Mel had found himself capable of this. Maybe people in general are simply incapable of bearing that much truth all at once. That's their misfortune.