I disagree. I think reading the bible has negative worth. As in, if you read some of it, you're likely worse off than if you hadn't read from it.

>should be able to recognise a reference being made with six pomegranate seeds

>should equally be able to recognize a reference being made to a strongman who doesn't cut his hair.

In the real world, being able to recognize and understand these references isn't worth much compared. Whereas the time it takes to read and learn them is worth a lot.