Should Catholics believe in a literal Bible?

[Bob1252]

Should Catholics believe in a literal bible. I have a close friend who has told me that if you do not take the bible literally then do not believe in Jesus Christ and cannot receive eternal salvation. I have to say I was hurt by his comment.

 

[Devon_Caffran]

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