Interpreting the Bible: Literal, Allegorical, Moral, and Anagogical Senses

The chapter explores the various ways to interpret the Bible, focusing on understanding the literal sense as what the human author intended under divine inspiration. It introduces the three spiritual senses - allegorical, moral, and anagogical, as outlined in the catechism, providing examples of each sense in relation to biblical passages. The discussion emphasizes the significance of interpreting scripture beyond its literal level to uncover deeper meanings and moral lessons.