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The Bible was written in several languages, embraces many literary forms, and reflects cultures very different from our
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"The Bible was written in several languages, embraces many literary forms, and reflects cultures very different from our own. These are important considerations for properly understanding the Bible in its context"

- Troy Perry

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This quote by Troy Perry stresses the significance of recognizing the Bible in its initial context. The Bible was created in several languages, including Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek, and also it includes a variety of literary types, such as verse, parables, as well as letters. Furthermore, the Bible shows the societies of the ancient Near East, which are very different from our very own. For that reason, in order to properly understand the Bible, we must think about the language, literary forms, and also society of the moment in which it was written. By doing so, we can acquire a better understanding of the Bible and also its message.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Troy Perry somewhere between July 27, 1940 and today. He/she was a famous Clergyman from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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