Bears Quote by Thomas Paine
“The case, however, is, that the Bible will not bear examination in any part of it, which it would do if it was the Word of God. Those who most believe it are those who know least about it, and priests always take care to keep the inconsistent and contradictory parts out of sight.”
About This Quote
Source Pamphlet: "The Age of Reason", 1794
The Bible’s contradictions are hidden by believers who lack deep study.
In simple terms: Believers ignore contradictions.
Key Takeaway
Encourage critical examination of texts.
Themes
faith
skepticism
authority
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- theology debates
- education curricula
- public discourse
Key Concepts
religious criticism
historical analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people avoid confronting contradictions?
- How can respectful dialogue address doubts?
A Different Perspective
Some view faith as beyond critique.
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