Believe Quote by Bill Hicks
“They believe the bible is the exact word of God - Then they change the bible! Pretty presumptuous, hu huh? "I think what God meant to say..."”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up: Unknown, 1990s
Claiming divine authority while altering sacred text reveals human presumption and selective interpretation.
In simple terms: Changing scripture shows hubris.
Key Takeaway
Question authority and interpretation.
Themes
religion
authority
interpretation
hubris
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church teachings
- political rhetoric
- personal belief
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes you accept a text as divine?
- How do you reconcile contradictions?
A Different Perspective
Altering texts can undermine claimed authenticity.
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