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1. Literal (also called normal): interpret Scripture literally taking into account normal literary devices such as metaphors, simile, hyperbole, and figurative language
| Just so that I don't put words into people's mouths, this isn't saying to take into account metaphors, simile, hyperbole, and figurative language...but then interpret it literally, is it? When taking into account such things, what principles are used to determine if the literary devices override the literal interpretation?
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Bob Howes
Framingham, MA
A reoccurring thought:
Rev 22:20 He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus.
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