Quote by Noam Chomsky

The Bible is one of the most genocidal books in history.


The Bible is one of the most genocidal books in history.

Summary

This quote suggests that the Bible contains numerous instances of genocide and mass killing. It argues that the text promotes or encourages a significant amount of violence and destruction.

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By Noam Chomsky
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