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In reply to the discussion: Dear Repugs: A certain Old Testament prophet would like to have a word with you: [View all]IrishAyes
(6,151 posts)22. That's why
.... we're well advised to take, shall we say, a well rounded approach and not fall into the trap of bibliolatry by declaring the Bible to be completely literal and inerrant in every respect. It is after all a record filtered through the hearts, minds, and hands of its intended recipients.
That said, I like to read the Psalms in KJV occasionally, but by and large prefer more modern (not to mention scholarly) editions. And don't let me get started on the Song of Solomon, or I won't be able to get Liam Neeson out of my mind at all!
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Dear Repugs: A certain Old Testament prophet would like to have a word with you: [View all]
Brigid
May 2013
OP
To be fair, the bible's numerous contradictions make "picking and choosing" completely unavoidable.
enki23
May 2013
#9
Unfortunately, the words "my people" will be interpreted by the right wing as "those like me" and
jwirr
May 2013
#5
I'm not saying one must reject a deity. IMO it is preferable to think for yourself.
alfredo
May 2013
#31
But the flour doesn't become biscuits without using our mind and body to make it.
alfredo
May 2013
#35
The wheat didn't become flour without human intervention. An act of faith didn't make it flour.
alfredo
May 2013
#37
And we need to give back. Even the lowly bean gives nitrogen to the soil that nourishes it.
alfredo
May 2013
#43
Religion is what keeps the poor from murdering the rich - Napoleon Bonaparte
YeahSureRight
May 2013
#28