The Irony of Stealing Bibles

Despite ‘Thou shalt not steal’ being a clear commandment, Bibles frequently disappear from hotel rooms. This odd trend sees the holy books, placed by The Gideons, a non-profit aiming to distribute the world’s bestseller, stolen by guests. It seems even the word of God isn’t safe from theft.

The Gideons International has a unique mission: to disseminate the Christian message through free Bibles. When someone feels compelled to take a Bible from a hotel, it may signal their growing interest in Christianity, fulfilling The Gideons’ mission in an unexpected way. For them, a stolen Bible may just be another soul potentially saved.