Bible is Infallible

Another basic assumption is that the Bible is consistent on all doctrine and there are no errors.  If one believes there is an inconsistency or error, then it is the reader that does not understand the text.  Always assume that there are no conflicts, only incorrect interpretations.

Additionally, one must understand that although the Bible is infallible, the translators were not.  The Hebrew language is a very poetic language unlike the languages of today.  A Hebrew word could have various meanings depending upon the context.  The translators had to choose words based on their understanding.  Unfortunately, personal doctrine sometimes plays into the translations.

Even the Greek language is subjected to translation errors.  Although Greek is a far more logical language, errors were made in the translation.

The Bible in its original languages is infallible, the translators were not.

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