It's easier of course to live in the past. To rely on it for some sort of pseudo evidence taken at some enforced or accepted value. It takes more than mere couriousity. The residual beauty is that you will gain a NEW understanding of scriptures. Being curious is another form of sleep-walking.
Personal experimentation is wher the action is.
Don't be scared. Claiming rightness prior to investigation is an act that i hope makes it to your regret list. Because you will also be unable to prove the existence of your awakening. At best you will recognize those who are asleep. I have a question for you.