Is a Literal Interpretation of the Bible Even Possible?

There are actually two parts to this question:1. How can a text which contains obvious contradictions be taken literally? This appears to create a logical dilemma which cannot be solved with a literal interpretation.2. How can one resolve these logical contradictions while maintaining a literal interpretation?Some examples of contradictions within the Bible include (but are not limited to):The stories of Genesis 1 and Genesis 2. Namely, the in order in which creation occured.Jim Meritt Bible Contradictions » Internet InfidelsThe number of animals taken on the Ark by Noah in Genesis 7:2 and 7:8 / 7.9.Jim Meritt Bible Contradictions » Internet InfidelsThe last words spoken by Jesus as told by Matthew, Luke and John.Jim Meritt Bible Contradictions » Internet InfidelsEdited by Dave B, : Added examples of Biblical contradictions.

Example(s), please.Please add by edit to message 1, then post a "changes done" type reply to this message.Adminnemooseus

Added examples of Biblical contradictions to proposed topic including references to specific passages.

Your added materials are essentially bare links, which is a forum rule violation - Still, I'm going to promote it. We shall see what happens.This is going to the "Bible Study" forum. It should be a study of supposed contradictions/conflicts within the Bible, NOT conflicts between the Bible and worldly reality.Let the disaster ensue.Adminnemooseus

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