Quote by Bhagavad Gita

As a man can drink water from any side of a full tank, so the skilled theologian can wrest from any scripture that which will serve his purpose.

As a man can drink water from any side of a full tank, so th

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This quote suggests that just like a man can drink water from any side of a full tank, a skilled theologian has the ability to derive and interpret different meanings or perspectives from any scripture that will align with their intentions or beliefs. It highlights the subjectivity and flexibility of interpreting religious texts, suggesting that theologians may selectively choose passages that support their own arguments or agendas rather than considering the text in its entirety.

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