Quote by Lafcadio Hearn

But every great scripture, whether Hebrew, Indian, Persian, or Chinese, apart from its religious value will be found to have some rare and special beauty of its own and in this respect the original Bible stands very high as a monument of sublime poetry and of artistic prose.

But every great scripture, whether Hebrew, Indian, Persian,

Summary

This quote suggests that beyond their religious significance, great scriptures from various cultures possess a unique and exceptional beauty. The quote specifically highlights the original Bible as a remarkable example of sublime poetry and artful prose. It emphasizes that the Bible holds aesthetic value and serves as a significant literary monument in addition to its religious importance. This interpretation appreciates the artistic qualities manifested in religious scriptures, acknowledging their ability to captivate and inspire even those who may not adhere to the respective faiths associated with these texts.

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