Should the Genesis account of creation be considered as an alternative to the theory of evolution? Some people prefer creation by God in a short time to evolution by random chance over billions of years. I am not suggesting that we put God back into schools, but that Creation be a valid alternative to evolution as the origin of mankind.
2007-01-02 09:53:54 · 23 answers · asked by sam_kocsisroberts 1 in Social Science ➔ Anthropology
The Bible is used as a History book to some extent. Genesis is the tribe of Israel explaining in Hebrew poetry their understanding of the origins of humanity. If you are going to impose that in an educational setting you will have to include other points of view. As an alternative why don't we introduce Philosophy as a subject into schools - teach all the creationist mythology from Hinduism, Buddism, Judaism and the indigenous culture of your country. Then the kids can analyse all the information and choose for themselves - why are you so resistant to the idea that God could have created a universe so amazing that in our simplicity and ignorance thousands of years ago we made up a basic story to explain that which we didn't understand - and now amazingly we start to understand it and you reject the complexity and brilliance of it - even though mathematically the creation of the Universe has been proven to take place over eons? I think that is disrespectful to God
2007-01-02 20:29:32 · answer #1 · answered by mickylee 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You have posed two questions here that should be explored further.
Regarding using the Bible as a historical 'textbook', I recommend that you Google "Biblical Archaeological Review". This publication is the hallmark of ongoing research by recognized Archaeologists and Anthropologists world wide. Their findings are based on the latest scientific research, not biased opinions and dogma of those with an ax to grind.
Bottom line? The Bible is remarkably accurate from a historical basis.
Offering Creation Theory in conjunction with Evolution Theory flies in the face of the public school system as well as the 'secular progressives'. These people will go into fits of rage by the mere mention of God or 'intelligent design' though they have no issues with Earth being 'visited by flying saucers'.
From a scientific viewpoint, Creation Theory works remarkably well with the physics of our Universe and the Evolution Theory too.
Bottom line? Both should be taught together....let the student decide.
2007-01-02 20:54:57 · answer #2 · answered by socal pal 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is a set of stories, part based on real events, but retold and rewritten to communicate the values and beliefs of early Christians to the rest of the world. It has great value, but was never intended to be a history textbook. Knowledge evolves, allot of what was 'common sense' 2000 year ago has since been researched and documented in a much more reliable way. For example: the earth is not so flat after all and there's more than one sun in the sky. Evolution theory is part of our search for a better understanding of nature. The book is about finding spiritual guidance, not about science. Use it, don't misuse it.
2007-01-02 18:19:00 · answer #3 · answered by mu5himo 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No...there is no solid evidence at least according to the school system. And that would just cause some kind of juvinile revolt. I was in an AP history class and we were told never to use the Bible as a source because it is not an original source if we did then it would be marked wrong and we would have to redo it. although they do not cite the bible as the source for creationism they do still teach about it in some schools as a "common belief" not religously affiliated.
2007-01-02 17:59:37 · answer #4 · answered by 1.2..3...Boo 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Why not the Koran, Hindu scripts, Buddhists texts, etc, etc.
Creation is not a scientifically supportable concept.
Why don't we teach evolution in Church? After all, as you imply, evolution is a valid alternative to creation.
2007-01-03 00:19:32 · answer #5 · answered by Terracinese 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. See the Establishment Clause. Besides, it's more about philosophy than facts.
I think it would be better utilized as a source for English class. We've read "The Grapes of Wrath," "Portrait of an Artist as a Young Man," "The Power and the Glory," etc. and there are so many biblical allusions that I get lost.
It's not about keeping religion out of school. It's about not picking one over the other...
2007-01-03 00:52:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The fact that evolution is not a plausible theory, in fact many scientists are now found out how flaw evolution is. The Bible clearly states that in the Beginning God created the heavens and earth (Gen. 1). I believe the Bible should be used as a history textbook since american constitution permits freedom of religious expression.
2007-01-02 19:54:40 · answer #7 · answered by lou 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
No I don't honestly think that would be a smart move. I mean did God write the bible...no people wrote the bible and I am not saying that they did but some may have changed things around to fit their own personal beliefs just like people still do today!
2007-01-02 18:12:30 · answer #8 · answered by Al Bino 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, because not everyone shares the same beliefs portrayed in the bible. So it probably wouldn't be a smart decision to use the bible as a textbook.
2007-01-02 18:06:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Unless you know an instructor over 2000 years old, It's all guess work. I've seen those guys' change their minds so much I'm embarrassed for them. Yes I think people should at least have a choice. Personally I believe.
2007-01-02 18:41:22 · answer #10 · answered by ohn D272727 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋