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The 1611 King James Bible gave “if he hates her, put her away” as an alternate translation of Malachi 2:16.

Barbara Roberts12 Comments

Many people are unaware of the injustice which Christian victims of domestic abuse suffer in churches. Unpacking the erroneous notion that 'God hates divorce' is a vital element of giving justice to the abused. Where did the notion that 'God hates divorce' come from? It came into being through the King James Bible. I will… Continue reading The 1611 King James Bible gave “if he hates her, put her away” as an alternate translation of Malachi 2:16.

There we sat down and wept — Psalm 137

Barbara Roberts45 Comments

When they could snatch a bit of time at the riverbank, out of eye or earshot of their masters, the captive Israelites didn't have to sing happy songs on demand. There they could sit and weep. By the waters of Babylon we sat down and wept, / when we remembered thee, O Sion. As for… Continue reading There we sat down and wept — Psalm 137