Question.3864 - Discussion Question #2: Botner argues that we should “let the Bible be the Bible.” What are the implications of his claim? And what should we do when our ideas of “the Bible” don’t align with the historical data? Your answer should include clear engagement with the video lectures and assigned readings.
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