Curious Christian

I find it problematic for people to use phrases like “the Bible says” or “according to the Bible” for several reasons:

Diverse Interpretations: The Bible is interpreted in various ways by different Christian and Jewish groups. Saying “the Bible says” can oversimplify its meaning, ignoring diverse perspectives.

Contextual Understanding: The Bible was written in specific historical and cultural contexts. Without considering these contexts, quoting it directly can lead to misunderstandings or misinterpretations.

Cherry-picking: Quoting the Bible selectively without acknowledging its entirety or its complexity can lead to selective interpretation or justification of personal beliefs or biases.

In short, there are many ways of interpreting the Bible, and while some ways are more careful than other ways, none of them are neutral.