The Bible’s Influence Is All around You
Perhaps no other book in history has had a greater impact on the world than the Bible. Its stories, expressions, and ideas have become so ingrained in our everyday lives they seem almost invisible. Discover how the Bible has shaped everything from your calendar to your clothes at Museum of the Bible.
ABOUT THE MUSEUM
Seven Floors of Immersive Experiences
Located in the heart of Washington, DC, Museum of the Bible offers an abundance of attractions, interactive exhibits, and fascinating artifacts. Our three main exhibit floors cover the history, narrative, and impact of the Bible. With special exhibits and our live theater, we’re always finding ways to show how the Bible impacts our lives.
Areas of Impact
Fashion and Style
From the runway to the rack, several fashion designers have used the Bible as a creative source to make a fashion statement. See how top designers Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, and Jean Paul Gaultier used biblical stories and icons like the cross in high fashion.
Did you know?
The cross has been the most recognizable symbol from the Bible since the 6th century.
Calendars and Time
As you go about your day, the Bible’s presence is everywhere. Without it, the seven-day week might not have been formalized. From age-old calendars to the Atomic Clock, discover how our years, weeks, and days are influenced by the Bible.
Genesis 2:3
“Then God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it he rested from all the work of creating that he had done.”
Artistic Expression
Fashion, art, and music inspire us, yet a surprising source of inspiration for artists like Michelangelo, Bob Dylan, and Da Vinci is the Bible. Don't miss the opportunity to see how its stories, symbols, and themes shape all types of artistic expression.
Bob Dylan, “Every Grain of Sand” (Inspired by Luke 12:7)
“Then onward in my journey, I come to understand that every hair is numbered like every grain of sand.”
Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
-Luke 12:7
Washington Revelations
Did you know that some of America's most iconic landmarks are inscribed with Bible verses and depictions of biblical characters? On Washington Revelations, you can explore them all in a blink of an eye! This attraction simulates a panoramic flight around DC, revealing the Bible's influence on historic landmarks.
Inscribed on the Washington Monument
"Laus Deo," which translates to, "Praise be to God."