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8 Things People Think Are Forbidden in the Bible But Aren’t

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Misattributed Bible Quotes: Many popular phrases are not actually in the Bible, like "God works in mysterious ways" and "Love the sinner, hate the sin."

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Clarifying Biblical Concepts: Understanding biblical teachings beyond simplified quotes, such as "Be in the world, but not of the world," aids in deeper comprehension.

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Misinterpretations: Common phrases like "God will not give you more than you can handle" can oversimplify complex biblical concepts, like dealing with hardship.

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The Three Kings: Despite tradition, the Bible doesn't specify the number of Magi, leading to misconceptions about the number based on the gifts they brought.

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Birth of Jesus: While tradition depicts Jesus born in a stable, the Bible doesn't explicitly mention it, suggesting he may have been born in a cave instead.

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Angels' Depictions: Popular imagery of angels contrasts with biblical descriptions, which portray them as far more unusual and diverse beings.

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Clerical Celibacy: Contrary to popular belief, the New Testament doesn't mandate celibacy for church leaders; it's a tradition established later in church history.

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Misconceptions about Adam's Apple: The Bible doesn't mention an apple as the forbidden fruit; this notion stems from linguistic interpretation and artistic depictions.