We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Don’t Allegorize the Bible


Allegories are empty speculations and as it were the scum of Holy Scripture. Origen’s allegories are not worth so much dirt. To allegorize is to juggle the Scripture. Allegorizing may degenerate into a mere monkey game. Allegories are awkward, absurd, inventive, obsolete, loose rags.

Martin Luther. Cited by Roy B. Zuck, Basic Bible Interpretation, pg. 45
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Papa Goose said...

Wow! That is a very intriguing comment coming from a former Augustinian monk. Augustine wrote several pieces on the need for the literal treatment of scripture passages and yet changed his mind that the 1000 year reign of Christ (Rev 20) was allegorical. The beginnings of amillenialism here continues throughout several streams of Christianity currently.
I guess our human minds do actually need to pay attention to what 'God has said' and take Him at His word. I think it is called 'faith'.

February 15, 2019 at 1:57 PM
Glenn E. Chatfield said...

Augustine obviously drove Luther nuts with allegorizing!

February 15, 2019 at 5:20 PM

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