Isn't the bible scriptures symbolic?

Question

Why do pastors and priest need to interpret, if people are going to quote the bible verbatim?

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Answer 1

You may have noticed that when people 'quote' the scriptures, they tend to take them out of context. The preachers are there to help 'teach' the things of God more accurately. However, personal study is important.
People will always quote the bible because they want to be right. Unfortunately many miss the mark of proper scriptural handling.