Welcome to WorstPartsOfTheBible.com, a secular guide to the Bible’s most troubling passages.

Here you’ll find an objective, modern analysis of every book—no historical excuses, no moral relativism, and no evasive language. Each entry is concise and plain-spoken, explaining what happens, why it still matters, and exactly which verses raise red flags. We flag those verses under “Content Advisories,” using the twelve categories below.

Our 12 Content Advisory categories are:

Excessive Violence/Gore – Graphic violence or gore, including mutilation, torture, large-scale slaughter, and non-sexual physical abuse.

Genocide/Mass Killing – Systematic extermination or execution of entire populations or specific groups.

Sexual Content/Impropriety – Depictions of sexual acts, exploitation, incest, rape, prostitution, adultery, or non-neutral nudity.

Slavery/Servitude – Narratives that justify, normalize, or describe the acquisition and treatment of slaves or perpetual servitude.

Sexism/Misogyny/Patriarchy – Content devaluing women, enforcing male dominance, or denying female agency through laws, norms, or portrayals.

Cruelty to Animals – Inhumane treatment or ritual killing of animals beyond basic subsistence or sacrifice needs.

Deception/Trickery (Negative Outcomes) – Deceptive acts that harm innocents or are portrayed positively despite harmful results.

Supernatural Content – Direct divine intervention, miracles, prophecies, visions, demons, or literal depictions of heaven, hell, and the afterlife.

Blind Faith/Unquestioning Obedience – Praise or reward for belief or actions taken without evidence or critical thought, especially when questioning is discouraged or punished.

Infanticide/Child Harm – Killing, sacrifice, or physical harm directed at infants or children, whether commanded or enacted.

Disregard for Human Rights/Dignity – Treatment of people as property, denial of bodily autonomy, or violations of basic rights such as due process.

Content Potentially Inducing Fear/Terror (for Children) – Frightening depictions of hell, demons, divine judgment, or vivid apocalyptic imagery likely to distress young audiences.

Whether you are a believer, skeptic, or simply curious, this resource invites open, honest conversation about one of history’s most influential texts.

Read along, reflect, and share, because understanding the Bible’s darkest passages helps us illuminate today’s ethical debates.

For an analysis focusing on the most benficial and positive elements of the bible from an objective modern viewpoint, check out our sister site The Best Parts of the Bible!