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The problem with assessing the Bible is that you first have to establish from what perspective your assessment comes. The Bible is a historical document, literature, a religious guidebook... As literature, the Bible is many books. Parts of it are achingly beautiful, and other parts are records that only a clerk could love. There are exciting tales of heroes and villains, and wonderful parables that illustrate universal values. There are mysteries and morality tales. Many of the greatest books written have at their origins Biblical themes. As a historical document, the Bible is invaluable b...