The author claims that university students are sadly lacking in biblical knowledge. According to Dene, the bible, "has had the greatest influence on Western civilization" of any book, and knowledge of the bible is necessary for understanding a number of literary, philosophical, artistic, or political texts. She asks if it is "intellectually honest" for students to discuss new types of morality without understanding the old morality of the bible. She claims it is ironic that that the bible is valued by readers in "underdeveloped nations" but not in America. Finally, she posits that editions of the bible in a modern, understandable language will be more appealing to younger generations. The article includes a photograph of Kappas who attended a four-week session as part of the Campus Crusade for Christ organization.
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