Quote by George Bernard Shaw

No man ever believes that the Bible means what it says: He is always convinced that it says what he means.

No man ever believes that the Bible means what it says: He i

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This quote suggests that individuals often interpret religious texts like the Bible based on their own beliefs and personal understanding, rather than truly grasping its intended meaning. It implies that people tend to read and interpret scripture through the lens of their pre-existing ideas and biases, projecting their own interpretations onto the text rather than accepting its inherent message. Thus, this quote emphasizes the subjective nature of interpreting religious texts and highlights the potential for individual bias to shape one's understanding of these writings.

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