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To: markomalley

That’s funny. Catholics say the exact same thing about the veracity of Genesis.


15 posted on 05/19/2014 5:44:40 PM PDT by Zionist Conspirator (The Left: speaking power to truth since Shevirat HaKelim.)
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To: Zionist Conspirator
Catholics say the exact same thing about the veracity of Genesis.

The Church actually gives wide latitude in the interpretation of Scripture. This is especially true with Genesis, which defies simple exegesis. The Bible ("Books") is a collection of books, reflecting various forms of literature, idiom, and style. Daniel and Revelation are examples of apocalyptic literature, for example.

While the content of the Bible is inspired by God, we must take into account these various forms of literature and expression when engaging in exegesis.

Commentary on Genesis.

17 posted on 05/19/2014 6:14:24 PM PDT by St_Thomas_Aquinas ( Isaiah 22:22, Matthew 16:19, Revelation 3:7)
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