The strongest version of this narrative acknowledges a genuine tension: while the "Quiet Revival" report was flawed, other data suggests a real, if modest, shift in religious engagement across Europe. The retraction underscores the dangers of confirmation bias—both for religious groups eager for good news and secular critics quick to dismiss any signs of renewal. The Bible Society’s transparency in owning the mistake is commendable, but the episode also reveals how easily narratives can be shape...