How much of the Bible based on fact,
How much should be taken metaphorically?
As any other writing, unless you are told it is not literal, take it literally unless there is no way possible to do so.
Matthew 13:3 And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow;
Many things in the Bible although literal or historical fact are still similitudes, prophecies of future events.
Hosea 12:10 I have also spoken by the prophets, and I have multiplied visions, and used similitudes, by the ministry of the prophets.
Back to: Questions