(July 13, 2015 at 2:23 pm)Laika Wrote: If the Bible is translated literally: No chance for compatibility whatsoever.
If the Bible is translated metaphorically: maybe. To be honest, I'm not sure (but I'm very curious as to what the talking snake and the Garden of Eden are supposed to represent in that case). The only problem with metaphorical translation is that it provides thousands of possible interpretations, creating a shitload of potential disagreement within the Christian/Catholic community. So really, there'd be no way of knowing if the interpretation you're looking at is the right one. There's be no way of knowing if anyone got it right. :/
You're close...
I'll just say this because I really don't have time to do a lengthy explanation.
The story of the garden of Eden is told using symbolism. There was an deliberate act that occurred, but eating fruit wasn't it. The purpose of it being told in this manner is because it illustrates what took place in Eden and what was to take place in the future simultaneously (hint: Jesus Christ is symbolized in the garden of Eden).
Also the serpent was not a snake, after he beguiled Eve, God cursed the serpent to crawl on it's belly .... which makes no sense if he was a snake.
