Misinterpretations of Biblical Authority

The assumption that the Bible conveys a single, unified perspective often leads to significant misinterpretations of its teachings. This presupposition of univocality can cause readers to focus only on passages that confirm their existing beliefs while ignoring those that offer conflicting views. As a result, individuals impose their worldviews onto the text, reading into it what they want to believe, rather than engaging with its diverse messages. This tendency is prevalent among both believers and non-believers who attempt to navigate the complexities of biblical ethics.