Why is it hard to understand the Bible?

Originally Answered: Why is the Bible difficult to interpret? Because the books which form the Bible were written a very long time ago, in ancient languages which are now obscure to most modern ears, and springing from ancient cultures which are very different from those in which most of us live today.

What does the Bible says about voice?

From the cloud a voice is heard: “This is my Son, the Beloved; listen to him!” (Mark 9:7), “This is my Son, the Beloved; with him I am well pleased; listen to him!” (Matthew 17:5), and “This is my Son, my Chosen; listen to him!” (Luke 9:35) After the voice has spoken, the disciples find themselves alone with Jesus.

How does God Speak to man?

God has his own ways of speaking to man, which are not those that Job has been expecting. He speaks silently and secretly, not in thunders and lightnings, as at Sinai ( Exodus 19:16-20 ), not by extraordinary theophanies, but nevertheless quite as effectually.

Why is God’s voice silent in 1 Samuel 3?

At this time in history, hearing from the Lord was a rarity, and he was giving no visible signs of his presence (v. 1). This time in Israel’s history is one of despondency, hopelessness, and despair. God is not speaking. God is silent. God’s voice is quieted because of Israel’s sin. But, something different is observed in 1 Samuel 3.

How many times does God speak according to the Bible?

For God speaks once, yes twice, though man pays no attention. For God speaks once, yes twice, though man pays no attention. For once doth God speak, and twice, (He doth not behold it.) Additional Translations

Does God Speak Now one way now another?

For God does speak–now one way, now another– though no one perceives it. New Living Translation For God speaks again and again, though people do not recognize it. English Standard Version For God speaks in one way, and in two, though man does not perceive it.