Initial Reading Strategy for the Bible
📌 For the first reading of the Bible, the recommendation is to read straight through from Genesis to Revelation without excessive focus on detailed interpretation.
📚 The initial goal should be reading by quantity, meaning reading quickly to grasp the overarching themes rather than dissecting individual words, Hebrew, Aramaic, or Greek meanings.
🐘 This approach is likened to seeing only a small piece of an elephant (a detailed section) before seeing the full picture; the big picture must be established first.

Subsequent Reading and Deeper Study
⏱️ A reader should aim to complete three full readings straight through initially; it is acceptable to forget content during these initial passes.
📖 After completing the first three full readings, one can transition to reading more carefully and exploring deeper, specific themes.
🗓️ The speaker noted that his own first three readings, done within the first year and a half of serious faith involvement, were achieved relatively easily by focusing on quantity first.

Key Points & Insights
➡️ For a first encounter with the Bible, prioritize quantity over quality to establish the overarching narrative and major themes.
➡️ Read the entire text straight through three times before diving into detailed exegesis or word studies.
➡️ Understanding the big picture first provides the necessary context to later appreciate the significance of smaller, detailed sections.

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