Category Archives: How to Interpret the Bible Correctly

Bible Interpretation Rule 3 another example

Posted on November 5, 2019 by Jerry

I think I learn more when I encounter a viewpoint I have not heard before. I hope you do too. This post is more controversial, but I think I can marshal enough evidence to both make and prove my point. … Continue reading →

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Bible Interpretation Rule 3

Posted on October 31, 2019 by Jerry

3. When you come across figurative expressions in the Bible, look for the literal truth they are intended to convey or emphasize. There are many different figures of speech in the Bible. I have indexed nearly 200 different figures of … Continue reading →

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Bible Interpretation Rule 2

Posted on October 27, 2019 by Jerry

2. Interpret literally unless the resulting interpretation is an absurdity, or in the case of the Bible, an interpretation out of harmony with and contradictory to the teaching found elsewhere in the Bible. But be very careful what you identify … Continue reading →

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Bible Interpretation Rule 1

Posted on October 22, 2019 by Jerry

1. Interpret literally in all cases unless the text or context clearly demonstrates that other than a literal interpretation is required and intended by the author. This rule of interpretation holds true for just about everything you read or hear. … Continue reading →

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