Quote by Howard Nemerov

The nice thing about the Bible is it doesn't give you too many facts. Two an a half lines and it tells you the whole story and that leaves you a great deal of freedom to elaborate on how it might have happened.

The nice thing about the Bible is it doesn't give you too ma

Summary

This quote emphasizes the open-ended nature of the Bible, suggesting that it provides a concise narrative, leaving room for interpretation and imagination. By not overwhelming readers with excessive details, the Bible allows individuals the freedom to explore and expand upon the possible events and intricacies surrounding the given story. It implies that the brevity of the Bible encourages personal reflection and diverse perspectives on how certain events unfolded, fostering individual interpretation and creativity.

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