Believe Quote by Billy Graham
“I'm against divorce. I think the Bible teaches that divorce is wrong, but at the same time, I also believe that the Bible has a leave way; Jesus said that a person should not be divorced and should not be separated. But in the Old Testament, men could have more than one wife under certain circumstances. And there must be reasons for that. And I think that some of them are valid reasons.”
About This Quote
The speaker sees a tension between biblical teachings on divorce and historical practices, suggesting some exceptions may be justified.
In simple terms: Biblical divorce rules conflict with some Old Testament allowances.
Key Takeaway
Consider context when interpreting scripture.
Themes
faith
interpretation
marriage
Mood
conflicted
thoughtful
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- religious study
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile conflicting scriptural passages?
- What criteria determine valid exceptions?
A Different Perspective
Biblical texts contain contradictory directives that complicate clear guidance.
