Bible Quote by Hannah Whitall Smith
“The Bible is a statement, not of theories, but of actual facts... things are not true because they are in the Bible, but they are only in the Bible because they are true.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Christian's Secret of a Happy Life, Hannah Whitall Smith, 1908
The Bible’s authority comes from its truth, not the other way around; it records facts because they are true, not because they are written.
In simple terms: The Bible is true, not the source of truth.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth, not authority.
Themes
faith
truth
authority
interpretation
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal study
- sermons
- academic courses
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
theology
epistemology
scripture
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify biblical facts?
- What if a fact contradicts scientific evidence?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations can differ, leading to disputes over what counts as “actual facts.”
