In the mean time, let's look at some other sayings of Jesus:
I am the gate; if anyone enters through Me, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture. John 10:9
Hmmm, does Jesus have hinges? Do we pass through him as if he were a portal in some Star Trek episode?
I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down His life for His sheep. John 10:11
Does Jesus have sheep? Is He a Clemson fan?
I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. John 15:1
Does Jesus currently work in a vineyard plucking grapes?
Indeed, some sayings of Chirst are allegorical, while some are not. When in doubt which is which, ask the Catholic Church.
Pay attention to the language...
He didn't say "This gate is me".
I am the true vine
He didn't say "This vine is me".
He DID say "THIS {bread} is my body..."
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