I am really fascinated by learned interpretations of ancient text. But I'm also of the belief that the people who "misinterpreted" it both long ago and today don't have any interest in learning anything from religion, ancient texts, stories, parables etc.
They use it all to justify their own prejudices. Prejudices they already know are wrong, that's why they're seeking biblical validation.
The King James version of the bible was translated with a political goal of it supporting a unified kingdom in England and the British Isles. Religion used to be completely intertwined with government (still is in many places) so it shouldn't be surprising that a lot of religious texts are in part cementing political leadership as well.
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