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What does it mean?
He studied little scripture.
In plain terms
He didn't read the Bible much.
What can you take from it?
Religious study can be neglected.

Where it applies

  • critiquing clergy
  • evaluating devotion

Putting it to work

  • self-reflection
  • teaching

Questions to consider

  • Do you read scripture?

Another view

Some faith needs no study.

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