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Reading the Bible When Nobody Reads

Reconstructing Faith with Trevin Wax

CHAPTER

Reclaiming Deep Reading in a Digital Age

This chapter explores the detrimental effects of digital technology on deep reading and biblical engagement, emphasizing how constant distractions threaten our ability to think deeply. It contrasts historical literacy practices with today's fragmented reading habits, particularly among younger generations, and reflects on the moral implications of declining biblical literacy. The discussion calls for a reclamation of focus and contemplation in spiritual life, highlighting the need for meaningful engagement with Scripture amidst modern distractions.

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