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When to be literal?

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10-30-2012 4:21 PM 		Reply to: Message 1 by Larni
10-30-2012 8:19 AM

Linguistic Lollapalooza
Larni writes:
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How do people who use the Bible as a basis for their Christianity decide what is literal and what is not?
Its all about belief.
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Some bits are specifically stated as parables but others (Leviticus, I'm looking at you!) seem to be specific statutes that are either ignored or rebranded and not literal.
I dont pay too much attention to laws, since I believe that I am under Grace. I DO respect laws, however. Dont lust after your neighbors ass. Dont jack his/her car. Honor your parents. Love God(daily and purposefully as you can and how you believe you should.
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Is there a useful way to categorise literal verses from metaphorical?
Good question. I'll get back to you on this one when I have more time.
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11-03-2012 7:39 AM 		Reply to: Message 19 by jar
10-31-2012 3:06 PM

Re: it's not one story just as the Brothers Grimm is not one story.
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"Scripture" refers to inspired writing and includes any writings that can teach you instruction of righteousness.
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Where you and i would disagree perhaps would be the source of the inspiration.
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