Bible Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
“I admit that books were voted in and out, and that the Bible was finally formed in accordance with a vote.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Religion, 1885
The Bible’s canon was decided by human voting, not divine decree.
In simple terms: Bible formed by vote.
Key Takeaway
Question authority; seek original sources.
Themes
skepticism
authority
religion
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
historical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- religious education
- personal belief formation
Key Concepts
canon formation
democracy
historical criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does knowing the Bible’s human origins affect your faith?
- What role should democracy play in defining sacred texts?
A Different Perspective
Religious texts are often treated as immutable despite human origins.
