I have not been the most faithful blogger, but listening to today's presentations I was surprised by how many people have been affected by this class. The overwhelming theme of choice for the papers was "What I learned and how it has changed me." Like many of the presenters I was not well versed in the scripture, and this class has opened my eyes. Like the idea of the parabola, I began with this class thinking that I knew much about the bible and its inner workings. As I read on and listened to discussions, I became somewhat bitter. I was more faithful than I put on, and I felt a little attacked. This is when in hit the bottom or curved part of the parabola. I have since then began to appreciate the bible and have started back on the upward curve. I realize now that the bible is full of great stories, and has been a base for many great pieces of literature. I appreciate what it has brought to me and my culture, and I no longer feel betrayed by it. In the end this is still one of the most powerful books in my life becasue of its foundation in has layed on my civilization