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The Bible can be misinterpreted in many ways, including: Ignoring context: This is a common mistake that can lead to misused or misinterpreted verses. Misunderstanding the main point: Preachers may emphasize the wrong part of a story to connect with their audience. Reading modern biases into the text: People may bring their own biases into the text. Dismissing truths that go against beliefs: People may dismiss truths that conflict with their own beliefs. Imposing traditions: People may impose human traditions onto their understanding of the Bible without checking the text. Reading into parables: People may read into parables what isn't there. Ignoring other Bible teachings: People may ignore what the Bible teaches on other topics related to a verse. Giving new meaning to words: People may give new meanings to words and ideas that aren't consistent with the Bible. Missing plain-sense meaning: People may miss the plain-sense meaning of a text or ignore figurative language. Taking a man-centered approa