Are Christians partaking in the Philosophies of Man? Yes, Christians have turned to man and not Christ, for it is easier to be Slothful than Living Providence. "Do not partake in the philosophies of man" is a reference to Colossians 2:8 in the Bible, which warns against being taken captive by philosophy and empty deceit: Colossians 2:8: "See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception, according to the tradition of men, according to the elementary principles of the world, rather than according to Christ".