I don't trust what I'm reading (so I don't), no way to verify HOW they translated the ORIGINAL manuscripts. EASIEST way for Satan to FUCK us. I read a lttle. have to admit (eg Isaiah CH13 V14-16) I LOOK actively for parallels to TODAYS proceedings AND am COMFORTED by them, even though they may not be "fluffy" I know THAT is NOT the point of the Bible.
Maybe not. The story of Maccabees is more of historic curiosity; and the trials they endured can be just as invigorating to those who live to witness the similar kind - your objection is understandable though. But God can be understood without the Bible - if you NEED a specific written work to understand God, do you really understand him? You got some good knowledge, like an old scribe. Thanks for your comment.
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