Academic knowledge alone does not give us clear understanding of the biblical truths.
The bible has deep truth that cannot be clear to us without the help of God.
David asked God for clear understanding because he knew that only God could give it.
Paul the apostle also prayed for christains that they may gain light to spiritual truths.
This tell us that we need the help of the spirit to understand God's word.
Many scholars read the bible like ig is just any book, the truth remain that the scripture is spiritual.
The message of the Bible comes only to those who are allowed by God.
Believers are advised to pray for God to give them an understanding of His will and purpose.
The bible truth becomes clear to us when God gives us an understanding.
To those who genuinely ask for it, God is ever ready to give understanding to them.