Look at some of the key differences between the religious side of the Bible and the philosophical side of the Bible. While religion treats the Bible as literal truth requiring obedience, biblical philosophy approaches it as a collection of wisdom that should be questioned and analysed. This overview shows how familiar concepts like Adam and Eve, Jesus's miracles, and salvation take on completely different meanings when viewed philosophically rather than religiously. While the religious side enforces conformity and universal thought, the philosophical side encourages critical thinking as it examines human nature and social patterns from a bird's-eye view, which therefore builds a society of critical thinkers rather than passive followers.
These two approaches represent fundamentally different ways of engaging with ancient wisdom. One asks you to believe; the other asks you to think. Both lead to different destinations. Which perspective serves you better?