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sounds to me like selective interpretation of verses. Another issue I have with many sects. I think the bible is wonderful literature, and can serve as a great guidebook on how to live your life....if you accept it as allegorical.
For instance, the miracle of the multiplication of fish and loaves. Did Jesus actually go *viola* and food appeared out of nothing? That's not my interpretation of it. Instead the explanation that I've read for that passage is that Jesus inspired those in attendance to share what they had with others. Still somewhat of a miracle imho, and a wonderful message. But not "magic" as insisted by many sects.
The biggest problem I have is with literal interpretation of the bible, and then the selective reading of passages. There are loads of contradictions in the bible...how do you pick and choose which to follow and which to ignore?
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