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Controversies around Mother Teresa

26th Aug, 2024

1. Criticisms of Care Quality

Concerns about inadequate and substandard conditions in the Missionaries of Charity’s facilities, including poor medical practices and insufficient pain management.

2. Views on Suffering

Criticism of Mother Teresa’s belief that suffering has spiritual value, which influenced her approach to care, focusing more on spiritual comfort than physical relief.

3. Political and Financial Associations

Controversies surrounding Mother Teresa’s acceptance of donations from questionable sources and her relationships with corrupt or politically problematic figures.

4. Use of Donations

Allegations that donated funds were not used to improve living conditions but rather to expand the missionary work and religious influence of the order.

5. Legacy and Canonization

 The debate over Mother Teresa’s legacy, with her canonization viewed as either a testament to her compassion or a symbol of religious dogma and ethical issues.