>>But when people have strongly held
>> theological positions, apparently that is a threat that needs to
>> be defused and linguistics is an easy target.
>
>It's more that people can't tell the difference. They simply assume
>that the linguistics supports their theology.
"people" is used here in a broad way isn't it Liz? Are you including some,
most, or all? Are you excluding yourself? As the latins remind us-
pericula latet in generalibus....
Not everyone allows their presuppositions (and EVERYONE has them) to unduly
influence their interpretation- but only the most naive believe that
interpretation can take place in a vacuum or a sterile environment.