I would agree regarding the relying on any "gut" feeling, and this would also apply to any personal belief that a Scripture "clearly" or "obviously" says something. My reaction to Genesis is that it clearly and obviously is speaking to us non-literally, I get no feel of actual historicity at all. But I would not use that feeling as a conclusive basis for interpretation. It should be based on:
1. The cultural and historical analysis of writings from that time.
2. The theological implications of the various possible interpretations.
3. The impact of any external evidence which could give us some additional clues.
4. Most importantly, the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
1. The cultural and historical analysis of writings from that time.
2. The theological implications of the various possible interpretations.
3. The impact of any external evidence which could give us some additional clues.
4. Most importantly, the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
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