The Scumbag Christian meme is part of the broader 'Scumbag' family of image macros, often featuring a young woman with a cross necklace to represent a specific archetype of religious hypocrisy. It typically follows a two-part format: a top caption stating a virtuous Christian teaching or claim, followed by a bottom caption revealing a contradictory or judgmental action. This meme gained traction in the early 2010s on sites like Reddit and Quickmeme, serving as a satirical outlet for people to critique perceived double standards within religious communities. While it focuses on specific tropes, its universal theme of pointing out contradictions makes it a staple for social commentary across the internet.