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NASB | 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is God-breathed [given by divine inspiration] and is profitable for instruction, for conviction [of sin], for correction [of error and restoration to obedience], for training in righteousness [learning to live in conformity to God's will, both publicly and privately--behaving honorably with personal integrity and moral courage]; |
Bible Question:
Is the bible literal in regards to history and creation? Timothy 3:16 depicts the bible as being a source for living or a guide. It doesn't directly or indirectly apply that the bible is literal. With that being said, how do we distibguish metaphors, parables, and symbols? None of these ideas take away from Timothy 3:16. When discusiing creation you are lead to believe that the bible is literal? Where is the proof that the Genesis creation story should be read as such? |
Bible Answer: The Bible does not deal in myth, fable, or superstition. It is the revealed word of God and is meant to be read and understood in its plain, literal sense except in those passages which explicitly state or contextually imply that they are clearly symbolic or metaphoric. Regarding the creation account in Genesis, you ask for proof that it should be read as being literal. I ask you for proof that it should not be read as a literal, factual account of the origin of man and the universe. The proper understanding of Genesis is foundational to the proper understanding of God, His world, and His word. --Hank |