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My point is that the context of Genesis is a religion.
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And my point is that the Genesis is a book that was written long, long ago, by actual persons who were subject to the historical whims of their time (and you also have the fact that it was translated several times throughout history, with the losses and misunderstandings that presupposes). I had that corroborated by many, many Christians in person. Hell, you have Kyuusai's (rather touching, if you'd allow me) words themselves here in this thread:
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Originally Posted by Kyuusai
Excellent points. And herein we see the root of most religious infighting, splits, and injustice in the world. It's outright depressing. Most people are unwilling to see the world as it is, and prefer to see the world as they interpret it.
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Yes, you're free to interpret the Bible in any way you want--but there are several historical
facts that are undeniable... but that don't question the existence of your god, either.