Literal interpretation

A reading of a biblical passage as a factual, historical account of events as described.

An approach that reads the Genesis creation accounts as factual descriptions of how creation happened.

A reading of scripture that treats its descriptions of events as factually accurate accounts of what happened.

Reading a biblical teaching as a direct instruction that should continue to be followed.

An interpretation that treats a text as a factual account of events happening as described; in creation debates, this can include six ordinary days of creation.

An interpretation that treats a text as a factual account rather than as symbolic or metaphorical teaching.