At 08:19 PM 2/21/2008 -0300, Ricardo Aráoz wrote: >Charlie Coleman wrote: > > At 12:32 PM 2/21/2008 -0300, Helio W. wrote: > >> So you're interpreting the Bible literally... Did you really believe that > >> Adam and Eva really existed? What about Noah's Ark? > >> > >> Not even Pete is so naive. > > > > Some parts of the Bible are definitely allegory, others are not. From my > > studies to date, I believe the stories of Adam and Eve and Noah are > > supposed to be interpreted literally. > > > >And your relevant studies would be???
About a dozen Bible commentary books. Also several (maybe 6 or so?) Biblical-critical books (e.g. the ones that try to disprove or discredit the Bible). I've also researched some archeology books and resources. Also there is a fantastic software program called Quickverse. It's got an incredible range of resources for Bible study (something like 160 different books/studies, etc - but I have not read them all). The Sunday School class I used to attend (we moved a little while back) would take in depth looks at these things. That class was awesome. We didn't shy away from things. We even went and interviewed/discussed things with other religions. That was VERY enlightening. >And on what do you base that belief? I think you're asking on what do I base my believe that Adam and Eve were actual people. Basically, I believe in an actual Adam and Eve based on studies from the above, and the various discussions over my life as a Christian. Many years ago I had thought maybe they were allegorical, but then as I studied more and talked about it more I now believe they were real people. And yes, I believe Noah's Ark also literally existed. That one I've not researched as much yet. -Charlie _______________________________________________ Post Messages to: [email protected] Subscription Maintenance: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profox OT-free version of this list: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profoxtech Searchable Archive: http://leafe.com/archives/search/profox This message: http://leafe.com/archives/byMID/profox/[EMAIL PROTECTED] ** All postings, unless explicitly stated otherwise, are the opinions of the author, and do not constitute legal or medical advice. This statement is added to the messages for those lawyers who are too stupid to see the obvious.
