Introduction

Those who know me best are going to wonder, "Why, of all people, would you want to read the Bible?"

There are myriad reasons, from being able to better refute Christian fundamentalism to being able to claim something most others can't. As someone who grew up with absolutely no Christian influence, I would like to view the Bible objectively and through the eyes of an adult. I plan to approach it with an open mind, and I look forward to the discussions to which this journey will lead me.

I will post a "review" of each book as I complete them, from the Old Testament through the New Testament. I will read each testament as stand-alone literary works, and not judge them based on the actions of those who follow them. I will try to avoid pointing out tiny errors or harping on minor issues, but I will be rating each book based on their content and overall contribution to society.

I'm not expecting to walk away from this experience as a religious individual, but I hope that this endeavor will add to my experience of the world and help me appreciate the historical relevance of something that has been the source of so much simultaneous joy and destruction.