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1 | Should we take the bible literally? | Bible general Archive 2 | Diomede | 154869 | ||
What does it mean that the bible is inspired by God? Is it his actual words to us today, be taken literally? I am being told that there are some new testament issues that while the bible says one thing, that isn't what it actually means to us today. Which then poses the problem of which bits do we take literally and which bits don't we? So how should we take it? Thanks! | ||||||
2 | Should we take the bible literally? | Bible general Archive 2 | Morant61 | 154870 | ||
Greetings Diomede! First of all, can you supply us with an example of an issue where the NT says one thing but means something else for today? Secondly, most people misunderstand what taking the Bible 'literally' literally means! :-) Taking the Bible literally simply means to take it in the way it was intended. If a passage is narrative, take it as a narrative. If a passage is a poem, take it as poetry. If a passage is a joke, take it as a joke. :-) So, the broad answer to your question is that all of the Bible should be taken literally. :-) Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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3 | How should we take the Bible? | Bible general Archive 2 | Diomede | 154918 | ||
Thanks Tim for your reply. The two main issues that have arisen for me are women and their role in church and wives being under the authority of their husbands. I have done a quick search on these so am aware of some of the different perspectives. But what I keep coming back to is that if the bible is Gods actual words to us today, then should it be enough that we read it and take it like it says? I've red somewhere that if the bible makes sense like it is then take it as it is, if it is unclear, then interprit it in light of the bits that are clear. Some say but things are different culturally, I'm not sure about this argument. Surely if God is God then he would have made it clear if some bits of the bible were for then and some are for now. Which then takes me back to the original problem, if we are to decide (based on what we know of culture back then) which parts apply and which don't, how can we be sure we get it right? Thanks for your help with this! |
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4 | How should we take the Bible? | Bible general Archive 2 | Makarios | 154919 | ||
Greetings Diomede, The Bible was meant to be understood by all people. God used ordinary men from various backgrounds to write different parts of the Bible. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that the Bible is to be read, understood and obeyed like any other book of information and instruction. This does not mean, of course, that the Bible does not use figures of speech and poetic language on occasions. Whenever a Biblical writer uses figurative or poetic language, he makes this evident in the context, and the truth intended to be conveyed by the figure is likewise evident in the context. What I have found as the 'best rule to follow' is this: take the Bible literally unless the context clearly requires a symbolic meaning; if the latter is true, then the meaning is to be found in the Scriptures themselves- not from modern science, or from one's own imagination, or from specially gifted "interpreters," or from any other source. What I have written above is not intended to suggest that a thorough understanding of the Bible can be obtained by a quick and superficial scanning of its pages. As the unique and infallible Word of God, it is inexhaustible- an endless mine of rich truth and perfect counsel which no one can ever completely explore. Although the basic message of any passage can be comprehended by anyone who will study and believe it, that same passage will continue to yield new treasures of blessing and guidance over and over again. I believe that there are three prerequisites to a good understanding of any passage: (1) FAITH, (2) OBEDIENCE, and (3) STUDY, STUDY, STUDY.. If you use these three frequently and in conjunction with each other, I am convinced that you will find answers to questions like women and their roles in the church and wives being under the authority of their husbands. Bible study, bathed properly in the prayerful obedience of faith, will give you answers to many of your questions! Blessings to you on your journey through Scripture, Makarios |
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5 | How should we take the Bible? | Bible general Archive 2 | DocTrinsograce | 154924 | ||
Sorry, Makarios... I had not noticed your post until after I had written to Diomede. What you have written was well written and well advised. Please do not construe my post as suggesting otherwise. In Him, Doc |
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6 | How should we take the Bible? | Bible general Archive 2 | Makarios | 154960 | ||
Greetings Doc, No apology needed, my friend! Your contributions are also well worth reading! Your Brother in Christ, Makarios |
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