[Southflanknorthpawsis]

One could argue that the serpent in Genesis is not a snake but rather a representation of evil

One could argue, but one would be wrong. When stated clearly as literal in the Bible, we are to interpret literally, as in the case of the serpent's curse.

[VRWC_minion]

If the very next verse is certainly a metaphor, as follows

15 And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel,

How are you so certain the preceeding verse refers to a snake ? In fact many if not most believe that the serpent is a fallen Angel sometimes called Satan.

[ZULU]

Thank you Ayatollah. Thinking like that is rampant in Islamic society. You would feel very at home there.

[headsonpikes]

One could argue, but one would be wrong.

I like your attitude! How else cling to ignorance but through close-mindedness?

You're a credit to your sub-species.