It had never occurred to me, though when you read the bible it is perfectly plain if you pay attention only to the words. It is the pictures in the bible that fool you. The pictures that illustrate the words. All of the people are white and so you just think all the people from the bible were white too. But really white white people lived somewhere else during those times. That's why the bible says that Jesus Christ had hair like lamb's wool. Lamb's wool is not straight, Celie. It isn't even curly.
The quote reflects on the misconceptions that arise from visual interpretations of the Bible, suggesting that many readers associate the imagery with historical reality. The author points out that the illustrations often depict biblical figures as white, leading to a skewed perception of their identities. This reflects a broader issue of representation in religious texts.
Furthermore, the mention of Jesus Christ having "hair like lamb's wool" serves to challenge these misconceptions. The text emphasizes that interpretations can be misleading, and urges readers to pay attention to the actual words rather than the pictures that accompany them. This critical perspective invites a deeper understanding of identity and race in religious contexts.
