Moderators LynnDel Posted September 23, 2010 Moderators Posted September 23, 2010 What do you do with a Bible that is falling apart? Very used, very marked, pages falling out, cover gone. Somehow putting it in the recycle bin or trash doesn't seem quite right. LD Quote LD
Liz Posted September 23, 2010 Posted September 23, 2010 Are all the pages there? Take it to a book binder, and have it rebound. They can also put a new cover on it. Quote For what will a man be profited, if he gains the whole world, and forfeits his soul? Mat. 16:26Please, support the JDRF and help find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. Please, support the March of Dimes.
SivartM Posted September 23, 2010 Posted September 23, 2010 There should be some sort of Bible recycling service for people who feel uncomfortable throwing away Bibles. They could recycle the paper and use it all to make new Bibles. Quote "Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much." - Oscar Wilde�Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you. This is the essence of all that is taught in the law and the prophets." - Jesus
Moderators LynnDel Posted September 23, 2010 Author Moderators Posted September 23, 2010 Those are good suggestions for usable Bibles, and some of my multiplicity of Bibles are good for sharing, but some are a mess, too marked up or damaged on camping trips. I periodically get rid of some, but they keep multiplying! Quote LD
Dottie Posted September 24, 2010 Posted September 24, 2010 Wikihow suggests several ways. One would be to wrap it in plain brown paper and put it in your recycle bin. It would never be recognized as a Bible, and considering we are to be good stewards of things, it would serve a purpose in its disposal. There are several other ways; you could choose one. Quote
Administrators Gail Posted September 24, 2010 Administrators Posted September 24, 2010 A friend of mine said that she thinks of all the germs that are on an old book and that makes the task easier for her. I have heard suggested burning the old one. Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Doug Posted September 24, 2010 Posted September 24, 2010 yeah I have also heard we are supposed to burn it. I feel guilty even putting a book on top of the Bible. Quote
Administrators Gail Posted September 24, 2010 Administrators Posted September 24, 2010 yeah I have also heard we are supposed to burn it. I feel guilty even putting a book on top of the Bible. Hahaha I think like that, too, and then we get in a shipment of Bibles that are all stacked on top of each other, shipped with other books in boxes. Sometimes we get defective ones. I adopt many of those but at other times we have to put in a claim and either destroy or give away the ones we've claimed. So at some point I guess those of us who are in the business have to be practical as well. Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Guest Posted September 24, 2010 Posted September 24, 2010 Yes, I was taught by my mother, never to set anything on top of the Bible. And so I don't. I will set a Bible on top of a Bible though. Quote
Tallmark Posted September 25, 2010 Posted September 25, 2010 I have 2 bibles that I take to church at different times. One is much larger and I put my SS quarterly on top of it. Does that make me a heathen? lol Quote
Members phkrause Posted September 25, 2010 Members Posted September 25, 2010 Yes, I was taught by my mother, never to set anything on top of the Bible. And so I don't. I will set a Bible on top of a Bible though. Same here Richard. Any time I place something on a Bible I think about that. Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
GreatLakesGramma Posted September 25, 2010 Posted September 25, 2010 I don't put anything on top of my Bible either, but Tallmark, I don't think putting your quarterly on it makes you a heathen. My chosen method of destroying a totally worn-out Bible would be to burn it. Quote Catherine God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Psalm 73:26. "To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable, because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you." -- C. S. Lewis
Narcah Posted September 25, 2010 Posted September 25, 2010 Why not bury it? That seems a lot better than burning to me... Quote -Jason Youtube.com/narcah
WayneV Posted September 25, 2010 Posted September 25, 2010 Is it the book itself that is Holy, the paper, ink, glue, and leather? Or, is it the message that it proclaims, which is Holy? Just asking. Agape` Quote WayneV Just remember these words of warning, for they will come to pass all too soon: If you are ever flying through the desert and your canoe breaks down, remember that it takes three pancakes to lift the doghouse, because there ain't nary a bone in ice cream!
Moderators John317 Posted September 25, 2010 Moderators Posted September 25, 2010 What do you do with a Bible that is falling apart? Very used, very marked, pages falling out, cover gone. Somehow putting it in the recycle bin or trash doesn't seem quite right. LD Burning is the most appropriate way. There are ways of getting good use out of some of the words and pages. I sometimes cut up certain passages and paste them in different Bibles for comparison of translations. Also, I'm sure there are places in the world where people would cherish even a Bible that's falling apart. I've had some old Bibles made like new by book binders. If it's a Bible that has sentimental value to you, such as one owned by a family member for a long time, it can be worth the little money you'd spend to have it rebound. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Moderators John317 Posted September 25, 2010 Moderators Posted September 25, 2010 Why not bury it? That seems a lot better than burning to me... Do people bury a flag? They burn old flags, don't they? It seems more respectful than putting it in the dirt. I think the Bible should be treated with the same respect. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Moderators John317 Posted September 25, 2010 Moderators Posted September 25, 2010 The message of course is of primary importance, just as God Himself is the source of all holiness. Anyone or anything else is only holy because of its relationship to Him. But the Bible also is "holy" because of that same message it conveys. "Holy" in that sense means it's made for a special purpose in service to God. It's important to recognize this by the way we treat it. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Gordon1 Posted September 25, 2010 Posted September 25, 2010 Hi LynnDel, Like others here I treat my Bible with special care. Wash my hands before studying, don't pile other books on top. It's becoming well-marked but still looks fairly fresh. I have other Bibles for reading in bed or less cerebral activities, which I've bought used in various conditions. My care for the book stems directly from EGW's instruction. Some mock this special attention, but such have their own reward and rarely display victory, always being overtaken by self. The Bible is my shield and buckler. Without it I am toast. Burnt toast. Some brethren treat their Bibles like an old chainsaw, a good tool which gets tossed in the back of the pick-up. I'm not impressed to be so cavalier. If my study Bible suffered mishap, I'd have it rebound. I'm about to rebind two concordances which are falling asunder, my personal notes warrant it. I couldn't destroy a bIble unless it was damaged beyond legibility or use, like in a flood. If rebinding is not an option, it can be separated into different books and used for travelling with backpack, etc. Or split into chapters for study/memorization. Photocopy last page where there is chapter overlap. Quote
Moderators LynnDel Posted September 25, 2010 Author Moderators Posted September 25, 2010 I must confess a some of mine are in very terrible shape, already-dilapidated ones having been given to me by family who could not bear to destroy them, used in SS classes by many kids, taken on long camping trips, rained on (unexpected storm), etc. Since I have dozens and need more shelf space, I have donated the good ones, and still have a number I am sure no one would want. Thanks to all for the suggestions. LD Quote LD
aldona Posted September 26, 2010 Posted September 26, 2010 What do you do with a Bible that is falling apart? Very used, very marked, pages falling out, cover gone. Somehow putting it in the recycle bin or trash doesn't seem quite right. LD Our Jewish friends observe the custom that a worn-out copy of the Holy Scriptures which is no longer fit for use, should be buried but never burned. This also applies to any book which has the name of God written in it. I can recall an example of pagan books being burned in the Bible, but no mention of God's word being treated in a similar way. I would imagine that this would be considered disrespectful in the same way that cremation of bodies is frowned upon in the Jewish faith. There are many rules in the various Jewish codes of law which deal with respect for the Word of God. e.g. not placing it on the floor, not sitting on a box or chest which contains a Bible, not placing it upside down or placing other books on it, not throwing it around, not placing it within another book as a bookmark, etc. Not the same as our approach to religion but it makes interesting reading. AJ Quote www.asrc.org.au (Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, Melbourne)Helping over 2000 refugees & asylum seekers each monthIMSLP/Petrucci Music LibraryThe Public Domain Music Score Library - Free Sheet Music DownloadsLooking for classical sheet music? Try IMSLP first!
Members abelisle Posted September 26, 2010 Members Posted September 26, 2010 This sound like "bibliolatry" to me. Check out this link for an interesting conversation on this aspect of Bible worship: http://godsbreath.wordpress.com/2007/06/29/worshipping-the-bible-is-idolatry-bibliolatry/ There is a fine line between worshipping the object(Bible) and respecting it. Alex Quote We are our worst enemy - sad but true. http://abelisle.blogspot.com
WayneV Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 But the Bible also is "holy" because of that same message it conveys. "Holy" in that sense means it's made for a special purpose in service to God. It's important to recognize this by the way we treat it. Oh, I see. The Bible is holy because it's made for a special purpose in service to God. In the same way, all people are holy since they are made for a special purpose in service to God. Moreover, it is important for us to recognize this by the way we treat them. Don't you agree? Agape` Quote WayneV Just remember these words of warning, for they will come to pass all too soon: If you are ever flying through the desert and your canoe breaks down, remember that it takes three pancakes to lift the doghouse, because there ain't nary a bone in ice cream!
Moderators John317 Posted September 27, 2010 Moderators Posted September 27, 2010 But the Bible also is "holy" because of that same message it conveys. "Holy" in that sense means it's made for a special purpose in service to God. It's important to recognize this by the way we treat it. Originally Posted By: WayneV Oh, I see. The Bible is holy because it's made for a special purpose in service to God. In the same way, all people are holy since they are made for a special purpose in service to God. Moreover, it is important for us to recognize this by the way we treat them. Don't you agree? Agape` The Bible doesn't teach that all people are holy. God loves all people but His love alone doesn't make them holy. From the biblical perspective, people become holy through a whole-hearted response to God. "Holiness" has to do with being set apart for God's possession and use. It's true, though, that God has a plan or purpose for every human being born into the world, and that the way we treat others will demonstrate whether we truly believe God loves and places an infinite value on them. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Members rudywoofs (Pam) Posted September 27, 2010 Members Posted September 27, 2010 I always thought we were supposed to burn the Bible if it became unusable. We burn the communion bread that isn't used. Quote Pam Meddle Not In the Affairs of Dragons; for You Are Crunchy and Taste Good with Ketchup. If we all sang the same note in the choir, there'd never be any harmony. Funny, isn't it, how we accept Grace for ourselves and demand justice for others?
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