Donald Trump to Read Bible Passage from Oval Office for 'America Reads the Bible' Event

Washington D.C. U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to publicly read a passage from the Bible from the Oval Office this week. He is expected to participate via a video message in the event titled "America Reads the Bible." According to the organizers, Trump will recite from "2 Chronicles 7:14." This passage, which emphasizes repentance, prayer, and turning toward God, is frequently cited within the American evangelical community.

The event has gained further attention following a recent dispute between Trump and Pope Leo regarding tensions related to Iran. Additionally, Trump faced criticism after posting and subsequently deleting an AI-generated image that depicted him as Jesus.

The "America Reads the Bible" program is set to run for a week, with the stated goal of highlighting the role of Christianity in American public life. According to historian Margaret Susan Thompson, many evangelical Christians view this Bible verse as a "basis for calling upon God to bless the nation."

Previously, American leaders such as Jimmy Carter and George W. Bush also utilized their religious beliefs as factors influencing their political perspectives, though analysts note that the practice of presenting personal faith as government policy has remained limited.

The Trump administration appears to be increasingly incorporating religious language into public affairs, a trend that has sparked both support and criticism.