Posted on 07 June 2024
Biblical Chronogenealogies
The biblical chronogenealogies found in the book of Genesis provide important information for dating the creation and the occurrence of the Flood. These genealogies are recorded in three main ancient texts: the Masoretic Text, the Septuagint (LXX), and the Samaritan Pentateuch (SP). While there are differences between these …
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Posted on 05 June 2024
Genesis According to Evolution
Many Christians today believe in the compatibility of evolution and the biblical account of Genesis. They propose that God used processes such as the big bang, stellar evolution, and gradual geological changes over millions of years to create the world. Some even suggest that God employed …
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Posted on 30 May 2024
Adam and the Immune System
Introduction
In this article, we will explore the question of whether Adam and Eve had an immune system before the Fall. We will consider biblical principles and scientific reasoning to provide insights into this topic.
The Physical Connection to Adam
One important aspect to consider …
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Posted on 30 May 2024
Creation Days and Orthodox Jewish Tradition
In the book of Genesis, there is a description of the creation account that includes the story of how God created the world in six days. This account has been a topic of much discussion and interpretation, with different views on whether these "days …
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Posted on 25 May 2024
Comparative Study of the Flood Accounts in Gilgamesh and Genesis
Introduction
The flood stories in the Gilgamesh Epic and Genesis share numerous similarities, which have puzzled scholars. There are three main possibilities regarding the relationship between these two accounts: first, that the Babylonians borrowed from the Hebrew account; second, that …
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Posted on 22 May 2024
Genesis Means What It Says: Basil (AD 329–379)
Introduction
There is a common misconception that early Christians, such as Basil (AD 329–379), took an allegorical approach to interpreting Scripture, particularly the book of Genesis. However, a closer examination of Basil's writings reveals that he held a literal view …
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Posted on 21 May 2024
Pre-Adamic Man: Were There Human Beings on Earth Before Adam?
There is a belief among some evangelicals that there were human beings on Earth before Adam, often referred to as "pre-Adamites." This belief is supported by leading progressive creationist Hugh Ross, who suggests that bipedal, tool-using, large-brained primates existed on …
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Posted on 16 May 2024
Debunking the Documentary Hypothesis
The Documentary Hypothesis is a popular theory among biblical scholars that suggests that the Pentateuch (the first five books of the Old Testament) is composed of at least four different sources. These sources are believed to have been written at different times in Israel's religious history …
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Posted on 15 May 2024
First Adam—Last Adam
The Bible introduces Adam as the first man, and it also refers to Jesus Christ as the "last Adam" (1 Corinthians 15:45). This title may seem curious, but it holds deep meaning in understanding the similarities and differences between Adam and Jesus. Let's explore these …
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Posted on 09 May 2024
The Resurrection and Genesis
By Lita Sanders
On Easter, Christians celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is a central event in Christianity. The Resurrection is a crucial doctrine because it offers hope for salvation from sin. However, the idea of resurrection was not widely accepted in the first-century pagan …
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Posted on 08 May 2024
Calvin Affirms the Literal Meaning of Genesis
In this article, we explore the views of John Calvin, a prominent figure in the 16th-century Protestant Reformation, regarding the interpretation of the book of Genesis. Calvin firmly believed in the literal interpretation of Genesis, aligning himself with biblical figures such as Moses …
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