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In reply to the discussion: In Philadelphia, instead of a hotel Bible, this was to be found- [View all]DFW
(54,408 posts)But I do find it insulting. It's like an assumption that the guest is better off with it than without it--a rather arrogant assumption. It implies that it and no other book is what provides comfort and or wisdom. I know exactly NOBODY who has even opened a bible in a hotel room, and I know almost only people who travel. A telephone book is of use, a local guide to first time visitors is definitely a plus. In Philadelphia, the Constitution is some of the most relevant locally produced writing anywhere.
But a Bible? I've never heard anyone say they have looked into one placed into their hotel room, even Christians. I wouldn't want to find a Koran or the Book of Mormon, either, for that matter. The notion that the hotel management knows better than I do what I want to read while staying there is one I just don't agree with.