Quote by Sir Arthur Keith

The Bible remained for me a book of books, still divine -- but divine in the sense that all great books are divine which teach men how to live righteously.

The Bible remained for me a book of books, still divine -- b

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In this quote, the author recognizes the lasting significance of the Bible but views it within the context of other great books. They acknowledge its divinity, not in a supernatural or exclusive manner, but in the sense that it imparts wisdom on how to live a morally upright life. The quote suggests a humanistic interpretation of religious texts, appreciating their guidance for ethical living while acknowledging the universal wisdom found in other literary works as well.

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