The Bible according to OpenAI

Image of a toy robot "reading" a bible

This site contains a growing catalogue of interpretations of bible passages that have been generated using one of OpenAI’s language models. As these are computer-generated, please do not take them at face value as fact; they should be used more as the starting point for discussion or reflection.

These started to be populated on 29 March 2023.

  • Revelation 4

    Image generated from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of A throne encircled by brilliant rainbows, twenty-four elders worship with jeweled crowns, and vibrant creatures sing praises in heavenly splendor.'

    In a vision, a throne shone so bright,
    With creatures that danced in pure light.
    Elders bowed down,
    With jewels and crowns,
    In the presence of glory, a sight!

    Read more: Revelation 4

  • Jeremiah 17.5-10

    Image generated by AI from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of A barren tree in a parched desert contrasts with a flourishing one by a stream, illustrating trust and resilience.'

    In the desert, a heart full of dread,
    Trusting only on self, it is said.
    Like a withered tree’s plight,
    In the sun’s blazing light,
    True hope blooms where the Spirit is fed.

    But the one who seeks wisdom divine,
    Roots down deep in love’s sacred vine,
    Through trials they’ll stand,
    With strength from His hand,
    In the garden of grace, they will shine.

    Read more: Jeremiah 17.5-10

  • Luke 6.17-26

    Image generated from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of A crowd gathered around Jesus on a hill, receiving blessings and guidance, while he spoke of challenges faced by many.'

    In a crowd where the hopeful convene,
    He spoke of the blessings unseen.
    “Blessed are those who weep,
    For their joy they will reap,
    And the humble shall rise like a dream.”

    But woe to the proud and the vain,
    Who seek only fortune and gain.
    For their laughter will fade,
    In the shadows they’ve made,
    While the meek find true peace in the pain.

    Read more: Luke 6.17-26

  • 1 Corinthians 15.12-20

    Image generated from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of In a dim room, shadows linger; hope flickers as whispers of resurrection arise, illuminating faith's promise of vibrant life anew.'

    In a tale of the dead and the living,
    A promise of hope keeps on giving.
    If Christ didn’t rise,
    Then all faith’s just lies,
    But His triumph brings joy worth reliving!

    Read more: 1 Corinthians 15.12-20

  • Isaiah 6.1-8 (9-end)

    Image generated by AI from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of A majestic throne, filled with light and seraphim; a profound calling awakens Isaiah's soul, igniting his commitment to serve.'

    In a vision, the throne was aglow,
    With seraphs in radiant flow.
    They cried, “Holy and bright!”
    As they took to their flight,
    And a call stirred the heart from below.

    A voice asked, “Who’ll go for our plea?”
    With a heart full of fervent decree.
    “I’m here, send me forth!”
    With a spirit of worth,
    To share what the truth’s meant to be.

    Read more: Isaiah 6.1-8 (9-end)

  • Luke 5.1-11

    Image generated from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of A serene lakeshore, boats glimmering, fishermen amazed as overflowing nets reveal a miraculous catch; the call to follow unfolds.'

    By the shore where the fishermen toiled,
    With nets cast wide, their hopes almost spoiled,
    A voice called from the sea,
    “Come and follow me,”
    And their lives in new purpose were coiled.

    Read more: Luke 5.1-11

  • Luke 22-40

    Image generated from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of In a serene olive garden, shadowy figures linger while a figure kneels, grappling with profound choices beneath the starlit sky.'

    In a garden where shadows grew deep,
    A man knelt in sorrowful weep.
    He prayed through the night,
    For strength to do right,
    While his friends fell asleep in their sleep.

    Read more: Luke 22-40

  • Nehemiah 8.1-3, 5-6, 8-10

    Image generated by AI from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of A vibrant crowd gathers, eager faces uplifted, as Ezra reads the sacred scroll, inspiring joy and unity beneath a bright sky.'

    In a land where the people convened,
    With a scroll that was read, hearts were gleaned.
    They stood with great awe,
    As they heard every law,
    And their joy in the truth was redeemed.

    With voices that rose to the skies,
    They wept as they grasped the wise ties.
    Yet a feast was proclaimed,
    For their hearts were inflamed,
    In the joy of the Lord, they would rise!

    Read more: Nehemiah 8.1-3, 5-6, 8-10

  • Luke 4.14-21

    Image generated from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of Jesus, filled with the Spirit, proclaims hope in a synagogue, unrolling the scroll, declaring freedom and transformative joy for all.'

    In a town where the scrolls were unfurled,
    A message of hope was revealed,
    With words that brought light,
    And set wrongs to right,
    The promise of freedom unsealed.

    Read more: Luke 4.14-21

  • 1 Corinthians 12.12-31a

    Image generated from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of A vibrant body of diverse parts, each uniquely vital, harmoniously working together, celebrating unity in diversity, illuminating strength through collaboration.'

    In a body where each part’s entwined,
    Every member’s unique and designed.
    Though some may feel small,
    Together we stand tall,
    For in unity’s strength, love’s aligned.

    Read more: 1 Corinthians 12.12-31a

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