Understanding the Words of the Bible — Pope Shenouda III explains how many biblical words carry multiple meanings—literal, symbolic, or spiritual. He discusses examples such as heaven, body, soul, death, brother, children, forgiveness, sword, fire, and house of God. Each term must be read in its context, with spiritual discernment rather than literal interpretation, since “the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.” (2 Corinthians 3:6).
Terms in the Bible, Part 1
Understanding the Words of the Bible — Pope Shenouda III explains how many biblical words carry multiple meanings—literal, symbolic, or spiritual. He discusses examples such as heaven, body, soul, death, brother, children, forgiveness, sword, fire, and house of God. Each term must be read in its context, with spiritual discernment rather than literal interpretation, since “the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.” (2 Corinthians 3:6).