Trump Will Participate in a Marathon Bible Reading
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- President Trump, known for his complex relationship with the Bible, will participate in a marathon reading of the entire Bible in Washington, organized as a "national reading of God’s law."
- The White House praised the event, America Reads the Bible, as a moment to honor scripture, renew faith, and promote a resurgence of religion in the United States.
- Trump recorded his reading from the Oval Office, choosing a passage from II Chronicles 7, a favorite among his Christian supporters that calls for national repentance and divine blessing.
- The event follows a week of controversy involving Trump, including conflicts with the pope and accusations of blasphemy from some Christian groups.
- The passage Trump read emphasizes humility, prayer, and turning from wickedness as a path to forgiveness and healing for the nation, reflecting themes important to the religious right.
