There is another widely popular book out there, that claims to have been the actual words of god, delivered through the thoughts of men. Somehow, it has become accepted as being real and true... People take it for it's literal meanings, and have dedicated their entire belief system to it. The caller's question is a valid one; But truthfully, written words, will be interpreted 500 different ways, by as many people who have read them... We can only assume to understand the intention behind them.