Did Pete Hegseth Mix Up Pulp Fiction with the Bible?

Imagine this: you’re casually flipping through channels, and suddenly, you hear a Fox News host claim that a scene from Pulp Fiction is straight out of the Bible. You do a double-take, rub your eyes, and think, “Did he just say what I think he said?” Well, yes, yes he did. Let’s look this unexpected twist of pop culture and religion, right here from our sunny shores of Malta.

Pete Hegseth’s Unexpected Claim

In a recent segment on Fox & Friends, co-host Pete Hegseth was discussing the importance of Bible literacy. Suddenly, he brought up a scene from Quentin Tarantino’s iconic 1994 film, Pulp Fiction. Hegseth claimed that the scene where Jules Winnfield (Samuel L. Jackson) recites the Bible verse Ezekiel 25:17 was actually taken from the Bible itself. Cue collective head-scratching from viewers worldwide.

Malta’s Love for Pulp Fiction

Malta, with its vibrant film scene and Tarantino enthusiasts, has a special connection to Pulp Fiction. Remember the 2018 Tarantino-themed film festival at St. James Cavalier in Valletta? Or the Pulp Fiction-themed nights at local bars like The Brew in Msida? Our island has always had a soft spot for this cult classic. So, when we heard about Hegseth’s claim, we couldn’t help but wonder what our local Tarantino fans thought.

We caught up with Malta-based film buff, Joe Borg, who runs the popular local film blog, Maltacinema. “I was shocked when I heard Hegseth’s claim,” Borg said, laughing. “Pulp Fiction is a masterclass in filmmaking, but it’s not a Bible story. It’s great that he’s encouraging Bible literacy, but he should stick to the facts.”

Setting the Record Straight

So, what’s the truth? Did Tarantino plagiarize the Bible, or did Hegseth just mix up his movie quotes? The answer is simple: Hegseth was wrong. Ezekiel 25:17 is a fictional quote created by Tarantino for the film. The Bible does not contain this verse. In fact, the closest match is Leviticus 24:14, which has a completely different context.

This isn’t the first time a public figure has confused pop culture with religion. In 2014, former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee claimed that the movie The Hunger Games was a cautionary tale about the dangers of liberalism. But that’s a story for another time.

Back to our sunny island, let’s not forget that Malta has its own unique blend of pop culture and religion. From the annual Good Friday processions to the annual Malta Comic Con, our island is a melting pot of traditions and modernity. So, while we might raise an eyebrow at Hegseth’s claim, we can appreciate the intersection of these worlds right here at home.

Next time you’re watching Pulp Fiction, raise a glass of Cisk (or a malted milkshake, if you’re feeling adventurous) and remember: not everything in pop culture is from the Bible. But hey, it’s always fun to mix up our stories, isn’t it?