It's actually a fairly recent invention. In the middle ages, various influential priests pointed out that if ever our observation of nature conflicts with our understanding of the bible, clearly our understanding of the bible is lacking.
From a Christian perspective, you could argue that Biblical Literalists have made their own interpretation of the bible into their idol, and closed their eyes to God's reality around them.
In any case, I personally consider Biblical Literalism one of the greatest threats to Christianity. It can only push people away from God.
From a Christian perspective, you could argue that Biblical Literalists have made their own interpretation of the bible into their idol, and closed their eyes to God's reality around them.
In any case, I personally consider Biblical Literalism one of the greatest threats to Christianity. It can only push people away from God.