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ancient cosmology and the origins debate

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An edition of The lost world of Genesis One (2009)

The lost world of Genesis One

ancient cosmology and the origins debate

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In this astute mix of cultural critique and biblical studies, John H. Walton presents and defends twenty propositions supporting a literary and theological understanding of Genesis 1 within the context of the ancient Near Eastern world and unpacks its implications for our modern scientific understanding of origins. Ideal for students, professors, pastors and lay readers with an interest in the intelligent design controversy and creation-evolution debates, Walton's thoughtful analysis unpacks seldom appreciated aspects of the biblical text and sets Bible-believing scientists free to investigate the question of origins. - Publisher.

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IVP Academic
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Cosmogony, Criticism, interpretation, Bible, Biblical cosmology, Creationism, Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., o. t. pentateuch

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Table of Contents

Genesis 1 is ancient cosmology
Ancient cosmology is function oriented
"Create" (Hebrew baraʼ) concerns and functions
The beginning state in Genesis 1 is nonfunctional
Days one to three in Genesis 1 establish functions
Days four to six in Genesis 1 install functionaries
Divine rest is in a temple
The cosmos is a temple
The seven days of Genesis 1 relate to the cosmic temple inauguration
The seven days of Genesis 1 do not concern material origins
"Functional cosmic temple" offers face-value exegesis
Other theories of Genesis 1 either go too far or not far enough
The difference between origin accounts in science and scripture is metaphysical in nature
God's roles as creator and sustainer are less different than we have thought
Current debate about intelligent design ultimately concerns purpose
Scientific explanations of origins can be viewed in light of purpose, and if so, are unobjectionable
Resulting theology in this view of Genesis 1 is stronger, not weaker
Public science education should be neutral regarding purpose

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Includes bibliographical references (p. ) and index.

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231.7/65
Library of Congress
BS651 .W275 2009, BS651.W275 2009

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Paperback
Pagination
192 p.
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21 x x centimeters

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2009011678
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313654288
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8400059
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6515073

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