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Just to be clear... I am not a hater of the Bible or Christians on the whole. I see the Bible as a historical document handed down through history. I don't take issue with the fact that there are contradicting voices, etc. in the text. In fact, I find it a facinating part of history.
There is a great collection of stories and universal truths to be found in the OT. As well some powerful and moving poetry.
I have read the Bible a few times and some passages many times. I have studied the OT and NT in University as well as during Sunday School as a kid. Just because I am an aetheist doesn't mean I can appreciate the place the bible has in our culture. I may not see it as the word of God but I do recognize the importance of the Bible as one of the foundations of our laws, customs and mores...
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"My hands are on fire. Hands are on fire. Ain't got no more time for all you charlatans and liars."
- Old Man Luedecke
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