Those who subscribe to this interpretation believe that since the Christian scriptures never counter instrumental language with any negative judgment on instruments, opposition to instruments instead comes from an interpretation of history. There is no written opposition to musical instruments in any setting in the first century and a half of Christian churches (33 AD to 180AD). The use of instruments for Christian worship during this period is also undocumented. Toward the end of the 2nd century, Christians began condemning the instruments themselves. Those who oppose instruments today believe these Church Fathers had a better understanding of God's desire for the church,[citation needed] but there are significant differences between the teachings of these Church Fathers and Christian opposition to instruments today. COUNT 4
QSN1 What does the rejection of instruments in Christian music likely stem from? ANS1 an interpretation of history QSN2 During what time is there no record of Christians using instruments for worship? ANS2 33 AD to 180AD QSN3 At what point did instruments begin to receive condemnation from Christians? ANS3 the 2nd century QSN4 For what reason do modern Christians continue to oppose the use of instruments? ANS4 Church Fathers had a better understanding of God's desire for the church