@masterofthetiger@theres.life
I disagree with the notion that the bible was simplictic. In fact research into documents of the time, including the bible, shows very clearly a pattern of deep complexity to these messages that can take a great deal of expertise to understand.
A prime example of this are the intentional gematria messages built into passages. Its well documented with consensus among historians about the process, including in the bible. The result is that unless you learn the ancient languages including the gematria rules you will miss put on the complete message as it was written down.
That doesnt strike me as simple. Though again I respect your perspective.
@selea
"eternal salvation" is a modern Christian interpretation. Not at all, IMO, the best description of the point of the book.
It is meant to be difficult to understand, however, because the experience of trying to understand it is far more valuable than a story book tale that is easy to interpret
Whether you think it has any value or not the value in the cryptic expression, for me, is apparent and clearly intentional.
@masterofthetiger@theres.life @SecondJon