Why Christians do not realize that Jesus spoke figuratively?
Jesus was an enlightened man. So was 'God'. 'God' is the concept. 'Heaven' and 'hell' are the states where one's spirit after death exists. As Jesus said, some souls shine in the sky than others (the more enlightened, more free of his soul is, after stories) death. Jesus are filled w / Language also figured. This is how people spoke during this time period, therefore, this is what he taught (so that people understand their lessons).
I realize that. Jesus was "God" conceptually? Does that mean then "God" conceptually as well, since Jesus said that were also one with Him?
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