The people from that village have their traditional African beliefs(Pagan) and don't know anything about Adam and Eve or Christianity, why would anyone believe Genesis to be actual truth and not mythology?
2006-12-23 06:04:45 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
common_se...: Modern humans are like us, Homo-erctus, Neanderthals etc. are ancient humanoids.
2006-12-23 06:15:56 · update #1
che man:Sure it can be swinged the other way around, but the People fromthe African village is of no threat to me since they decided to keep their beliefs (faith) to themselves. Because of this, I respect their beliefs and see it as something sacred.
2006-12-23 06:20:11 · update #2
Yes it's right next to me.!!!
I am from Africa.!!!
2006-12-23 06:06:48 · answer #1 · answered by JAM123 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
In paleoanthropology, the single-origin hypothesis (or Out-of-Africa model, or Replacement Hypothesis) is one of two accounts of the origin of anatomically modern humans, Homo sapiens. There is no specific village identified. However, your general premise remains valid.
The story of Adam and Eve as the first man and woman created by God according to both the Bible and the Qur'an. Many Biblical scholars consider Adam and Eve as an example of a story focusing on the teaching of perceived fundamental truths. In their interpretation, the narrative's purpose is to convey the importance and truth of sin and human rebellion in their traditions, regardless of historical accuracy.
Adam and Eve are considered by evangelical Christian and Jewish fundamentalists as real historical people, as Genesis 5:4 records Adam within a genealogy.
In modern times, with the advent of archaeological discoveries, the theory of evolution, and genetic science, Christians believing in the historicity of Adam and Eve were challenged. Many denominations have rejected the historicity of Adam and Eve; others have retained it, including (at least officially) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and some conservative Christian denominations.
Creationists are best known for their claims that evolutionary theory is incorrect and that evidence contradicting it has been discovered. These claims are not taken seriously by the overwhelming majority of the scientific community, where the evidence of evolution is considered to be overwhelming in quality and amount.
Intelligent design (ID) is the concept that "certain features of the universe and of living things are best explained by an intelligent cause, not an undirected process such as natural selection." Its leading proponents, all of whom are affiliated with the Discovery Institute, assert that intelligent design is a scientific theory that stands on equal footing with, or is superior to, current scientific theories regarding the evolution and origin of life.
Why would anyone believe Genesis to be actual truth and not mythology? Children learn and believe what they are taught, and tend not to question the belief structure they have been raised in.
2006-12-23 06:35:50 · answer #2 · answered by Tony 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
There was an original ape like being who, it was believed, became the forerunner of modern man. However the different races developed as they moved from africa and their bodies developed in different ways thus some became white others yellow and various other shades. We can all trace our original ancestors to 12 people according to the latest theories. All genetic structures are almost identical.
2006-12-23 07:11:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Answer: Origin of the "modern" human race. Are you also claiming origin of THE human race. Or just another dot along the time line?
Your first statement (which is plausible) does NOT support your conclusions.
2006-12-23 06:09:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
The Eden myth being a myth doesn't invalidate it as a resonant force in the human psyche. I think recognizing it as metaphorical magnifies its meanings and implications, not diminishes them. It is a fabulous myth, and speaks volumes about the human experience. Though not factual, I think it is still true.
2006-12-23 06:12:47 · answer #5 · answered by Lao Pu 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
EVERYTHING in science is just a theory. That is something I was taught in school and college. Nothing is an absolute truth. Christians believe in the Bible's word on faith... "scientific evidence" doesn't really matter when it comes to faith. Believing isn't based on facts in this world.
2006-12-23 06:15:44 · answer #6 · answered by piratewench 5 · 1⤊ 3⤋
I am a proud African (but lives in U.S.) and I do not practice Pagan, but believe in christianity. I believe that Adam and Eve are not myths, but true things that happenend in the past.
2006-12-23 06:13:07 · answer #7 · answered by * Akosua* 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Probably no religion has pinpointed the place of the first step of Adam and Eve on their Earth !
2006-12-23 06:12:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Because 'faith' means never having to accept the truth. They cling to their delusions in the face of any evidence and even belief its a virtue to lie to themselves.
Most religious people are beyond help.
2006-12-23 07:40:45 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Cause a snake talked to Eve, and suggested she eat of the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of both good and evil of every human perversion, and Adam was horrified. Horrified!
Eve told him about a talking snake and he was horrified. Then he stopped her and said "What perversions? There are only the two of us."
Hold on, let me check my Bible... I'm so sorry, I seem to have lost my train of thought... What was your question again?
2006-12-23 06:13:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Every couple of years scientist track the orgin of man to another place. Just wait, our first ancestor, according to scientist, will show up somewhere else in a couple of years.
2006-12-23 06:08:49 · answer #11 · answered by ted.nardo 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋