Bible is a book with a lot of logical contradictions, killings, slavery, violation of human rights, stigmatization and discrimination of women.
A book that calls you a sheep was written by the wolves.
If your book teaches you on how to treat slaves, that book is disqualified as a source of moral code.
In the beginning there was a lie, and the lie was in their book📖, and the book was their holy Bible.
While it's true that the Bible, like many ancient texts, reflects the cultural and historical contexts in which it was written, it is important to interpret its message within the framework of its spiritual teachings rather than taking every passage as a direct endorsement of every practice it mentions. The Bible, over time, has been a source of moral guidance, inspiration, and transformation for
billions, encouraging love, justice, and equality.
Many of the topics you mention—such as slavery or the treatment of women—must be understood through the lens of the time in which they were written, not as prescriptive but as descriptive of past societal norms. Furthermore, the core message of the Bible—love for God and love for one's neighbor—calls for a deeper understanding of humanity’s shared worth and dignity.
As for the metaphor of 'sheep,' it is not meant to demean but to illustrate a relationship of care and guidance from a loving Shepherd, rather than a subjugation of intellect. Criticism of the Bible should be approached with the same depth of understanding and respect we give to any historical or philosophical text.
Many who seek the deeper truths within it find profound guidance in how to live with compassion, integrity, and respect for all people, regardless of their background.
The Bible has inspired countless acts of charity, justice, and human rights advancements. It is, at its core, about the redemption of humanity from its own flaws.