It’s one of the most asked questions about the faith: “Do Quakers read the Bible?”. The answer is complicated, as this single book has been used as both a brutal weapon and a profound source of liberation. This episode dives into that paradox, examining a faith that places a living Spirit above the written word. This distinction gives people permission to wrestle with the text, to question its authority, and even to find faith in walking away.

Sarah Ruden: https://sarahruden.com/

Ashley Wilcox: https://www.womenslectionary.com/

Peterson Toscano: https://www.petersontoscano.com/about-peterson

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Monteverde, Costa Rica -- January 15-20, 2026

A Quaker-Led, Interfaith Spiritual Retreat

Amid the mist and quiet beauty of a mountaintop cloud forest, Earth & Ember invites spiritual seekers and contemplatives to explore how our lives can be rooted in compassion and peace--while still engaging with a world marked by injustice, greed, and cruelty. Each day offers centering practices, meaningful participation in our rainforest community, rich spiritual conversation, and the wisdom of local scientists, artists, and peacemakers.

Learn more at www.earthnember.com

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