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NASB | Genesis 1:29 Then God said, "Behold, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is on the surface of all the earth, and every tree which has fruit yielding seed; it shall be food for you; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Genesis 1:29 So God said, "Behold, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is on the surface of the entire earth, and every tree which has fruit yielding seed; it shall be food for you; |
Subject: Food before the Fall |
Bible Note: Hi Ed, Thanks for your thoughts. I think the question is which passages are figurative, this one or the ones about the marriage supper. I choose the marriage supper as figurative. The church is literally not one female person whom the Lord marries. Literal marriage implies the sexual union of the couple, and in the age to come we will be like the angels, Jesus said, not given in marriage. So the whole concept of marriage between Christ and his "bride" and its associated trappings (the supper) is an analogy or a figure. Also the passage in 1 Cor. is not written in a figurative or analogical style. So I take the 1 Cor. passage as literal, and that in our new resurrection bodies God will do away with stomachs or the need for food. Personally, instead of food, I look forward to be able to run and not get tired, and walk and not become weary. :) Is 40:31 And I'd also say don't worry about missing the food. There'll be plenty of other things to enjoy... besides the Lord himself! Ps 16:11 You will make known to me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; In Your right hand there are pleasures forever. Peace, Lionstrong, a.k.a. LooseCannon |