[JamesP81]

Metaphorical, adapted, a popular description of the origin of the human race. Humani Generis states, in clear terms, that Genesis is largely a metaphor and a story meant to convey important truths.

Except that the Hebrews wrote in narrative/historical format, just like the levitical law...

[bornacatholic]

Humanis Generis also taught In a particular way must be deplored a certain too free interpretation of the historical books of the Old Testament.

* Until VERY recently one rarely saw a professed Catholic dogmatically assert his private opinion against the established orthodox exegesis which is that Jonas is history not metaphor.

I think it a case some engage in reverse-Darwinin eisegesis

Sinkspur, what is the name of the exegete who taught you your ideas about Jonas and when did he write and what was the name of his book/s?

[bornacatholic]

Humanis Generis also taught In a particular way must be deplored a certain too free interpretation of the historical books of the Old Testament.

* Until VERY recently one rarely saw a professed Catholic dogmatically assert his private opinion against the established orthodox exegesis which is that Jonas is history not metaphor.

I think it a case some engage in reverse-Darwinin eisegesis

Sinkspur, what is the name of the exegete who taught you your ideas about Jonas and when did he write and what was the name of his book/s?