Pease note, keep your answers as short and concise as possible remembering; " In the multitude of words, there lacketh not sin. " For those of you who aren't believers, I'll advise this question has been posted in it's specific category for those who are so minded. Your comments are not solicited understandably, even less, contumely, irrelevant, or disrespectful remarks. Thank you.
2006-08-04 07:46:15 · 12 answers · asked by vanamont7 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Yes they are more relevant.
Look at Sodom and Gomorrah and look at the widespread acceptance of homosexuals. (I will be called a bigot for that statement by the way)
Which leads to another relevant point. The persecution of Christianity. Jesus was right about those who would hate Christians for their belief. The ten commandments at the supreme court were taken down after being there from the beginning.
We took prayer out of schools and now kids run around with guns shooting up fellow classmates and teachers.
Basically, a loss of morals in the world have made the scriptures more relevant.
Responders to your question think that a book written so long ago can not be applied to today's society. But I say that these things in today's society have been going on ever since sin. If they read the stories and understand them, then they will know.
2006-08-04 08:12:23 · answer #1 · answered by Nep-Tunes 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes, the Bible is The World’s Most Widely Distributed Book.
“The Bible is the most widely read book in history. . . . More copies have been distributed of the Bible than of any other book. The Bible has also been translated more times, and into more languages, than any other book.”—“The World Book Encyclopedia.”1
In some respects, most books are like people. They appear on the scene, may grow in popularity, and—except for a handful of classics—become old and die. Libraries often serve as cemeteries for countless books that are obsolete, unread and, in effect, dead.
The Bible, however, is exceptional even among classical works. Although its written origins go back 3,500 years, it is still very much alive. It is by far the most widely circulated book on earth. Each year, some 60 million copies of the entire Bible or portions of it are distributed. The first edition printed from movable type came off the printing press of the German inventor Johannes Gutenberg about 1455. Since then an estimated four billion Bibles (the whole or in part) have been printed. No other book, religious or otherwise, even comes close.
The Bible is also the most widely translated book in history. The complete Bible or portions of it have been translated into more than 2,100 languages and dialects. Over 90 percent of the human family have access to at least part of the Bible in their own language. This book has thus crossed national boundaries and transcended racial and ethnic barriers.
Statistics alone may not provide a compelling reason for you to examine the Bible. Nevertheless, the circulation and translation figures are impressive, testifying to the Bible’s universal appeal. Surely the best-selling and most widely translated book in all human history is worthy of your consideration.
If you would like further information on how the Bible can help you improve your life, or for a free home Bible study, please contact Jehovah's Witnesses at the local Kingdom Hall. Or visit http://www.watchtower.org
2006-08-04 09:06:02 · answer #2 · answered by Jeremy Callahan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Boy what a diatribe...Let's see I know my answer will be ignored because you'll immediately deem it "diserespectful", however I have to answer that the Scriptures aren't relevant...here's why I am getting into trouble with you...because I am going to justify myself. The Scriptures aren't relevant because they are archaic and out of touch with the realities of the World today. They are redundant, contradictory, and mostly inaccurate historically. They have done more to promote ill will than anything else ever written. PEACE!
2006-08-04 07:59:10 · answer #3 · answered by thebigm57 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I agree that they are more relevant today than ever before. The Bible contains a lot of principles and guidance that if only people would follow their lives would be much happier and more meaningful and the world would be a better place. Also, the Bible contains prophecies that are being fulfilled in our day, and many people are choosing to ignore them or disbelieve them. How sad!
2006-08-04 08:02:47 · answer #4 · answered by 1big teddy graham 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. I get mine coloured frequently whilst I move in to have it reduce. I attempt to move with normal-watching colours, like quite a lot of sunglasses of brown. One time it got here out darkish purple. It seemed very well, however it soooo wasn't me! Had it dyed simply final weekend. It's a medium-darkish coloration of brown with a few low-lighting. Looks method larger than earlier than.
2016-08-28 12:43:29 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh yes more relevant, when do you think we should start keeping slaves again. Don't forget the law against eating shrimp.
2006-08-04 07:54:05 · answer #6 · answered by Lisa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They have never been more irrelevant given our understanding of the world from rational sources.
2006-08-04 07:50:27 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Bible, Torah, Psalms, Gospels are all irrevalent then comparing it to the first days. They have been touched. Period!!!
2006-08-04 07:53:09 · answer #8 · answered by Suliman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People have allways needed God so im not sure how it could be more or less relevant....
2006-08-04 07:59:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, they're even less relevant today.
2006-08-04 07:51:54 · answer #10 · answered by i luv teh fishes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋