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Barbie as the Virgin Mary? Ken as Jesus?

c. 2014 Religion News Service

ROME (RNS) Barbie has had a number of careers in her 55 years—flight attendant, veterinarian, astronaut, even president. Her latest role, however, is raising eyebrows.

Italy’s Catholic bishops are furious about artistic depictions of the popular Barbie and Ken dolls as the Virgin Mary, a crucified Jesus Christ, and saints.