For over 100 years, travelers have checked into US motel rooms and found the Gideon Bible
Summary
For over 100 years, Gideons International has placed Bibles in hotel and motel rooms across the United States. These Bibles have become a well-known symbol of American travel culture and Protestant tradition, appearing in songs, films, and on the roadside.Key Facts
- Gideons International was founded in 1899 by evangelical business and professional men.
- The tradition of placing Bibles in hotel rooms began in 1908 in Superior, Montana.
- More than 2.5 billion Gideon Bibles have been distributed worldwide.
- The Bibles are found in hotels, motels, prisons, hospitals, military bases, and even the White House.
- The presence of Gideon Bibles in schools has faced challenges over time.
- Their distribution matches the growth of road culture and mass travel in the U.S., symbolizing movement and faith.
- Despite modern technology like TV and Wi-Fi, Gideon Bibles still remain in many motel nightstands.
- The Bibles represent a form of "biblicism," meaning a belief that the Bible is a direct message from God.
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