All mistakes made in Biblical interpretation come from taking statements of which, the intention is spiritual and mystical, and applying those principles or states to persons, places or times instead.
In one sense, not one word of Scripture is true according to the letter. Yet, I say that every word is true; but the Scriptures are true only as He intended them that spoke them; they are true as God meant them, not as man will have them.
A spiritual and symbolical interpretation alone yields truth, whilst a literal acceptation profits nothing. The Bible contains historical elements, but these are always used as picture language of great ideas.
The Gospel narrative is to be studied in order that we may know.
It does not convey knowledge immediately. Getting to know is a gradual process . . a progressive inner experience. God reveals Himself within us as we are able to receive Him.
Neville Goddard
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