We cannot simply accept that part of the scripture we…
“We cannot simply accept that part of the scripture we like, and reject what we don't like, and still expect to get the result. If you miss one point, there is a mistake in your calculation. Regardless of what you add or subtract after that, the mistake is already in the calculation, and everything that follows will also be faulty. For example, a hen lays eggs with its back part and eats with its beak. A farmer may consider, The front part of the hen is very expensive because I have to feed it. Better to cut it off.But if the head is missing there will be no eggs anymore, because the body is dead. Similarly, if we reject the difficult part of the scriptures and obey the part we like, such an interpretation will not help us. We have to accept all the injunctions of the scripture as they are given, not only those that suit us .”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Advocates accepting scripture wholly, warning that selective acceptance leads to flawed outcomes, using a hen analogy.
In simple terms: Accept all parts of scripture; cherry‑picking causes errors.
Key Takeaway
Embrace whole teachings, not just the convenient parts.
Themes
religion
integrity
interpretation
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
Bible:1
Failure:0
Holistic approach:1
Reject:0
Religion:1
Accept Scripture:1
Difficult Scriptures:1
Reject Difficult:0
Scriptures Obey:1
When to use this quote
- theological study
- personal faith practice
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
holistic approach
scriptural consistency
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we discern essential teachings?
- What are the risks of ignoring difficult passages?
A Different Perspective
Selective reading can still yield insight if context is understood.