2007-06-06 02:49:24 · 9 answers · asked by jana 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
I am a professional geologist with many years of experience. I have observed the earth and its wonders for many, many years and I believe in both theories. I believe that some great beneficient power established physical laws and set natural processes in motion that created the universe, the earth and mankind, and perhaps other alien lifeforms. I do not believe that it is necessary to accept the bible word for word in order to appreciate its contribution to mankind.
2007-06-06 06:04:31 · answer #1 · answered by ekil422 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you believe in god, is it really that hard to believe that he got the universe rolling at the big bang, and let it take its own course from there on? The whole notion of the 6000 year old earth is absurd, and anyway, the bible doesn't say that the earth was created 6000 years ago, that is just conjecture on the part of religious leaders. Fact is, the evidence to support the fact that that the earth is 4.2 billion years old is so overwhelmingly varied and complete just wipes the creationists out of the water. I mean, tell me this, why would god bury a whole bunch of dinosaur bones under ground? To "test our faith"? Did god just make up all of physics, astronomy, and geology? It doesn't sound like a very nice thing to do, especially if your god. And anyway, the bible says a lot of things...Noah's flood (no evidence what so ever, not to mention the fact that there isn't nearly enough water on the earth), Flat earth (Anyone who has been in an airplane can attest that is isn't true, and I doubt anyone supports this anymore), Earth being the center of the universe (No one has supported this either in a couple hundred years). If religion doesn't like science, then they shouldn't be allowed to use the technology that comes from it. Take away their telephones, computers, air conditioners, cars, medicine(especially the stuff that works on drug resistant strains, since it took evolution to create these viruses, if you don't believe it, then just treat it like we did before the advent evolutionary microbiology). Look, its one thing to believe in something strongly, but its an entirely different thing to cover your ears and put on a blindfold and just shout "God created the earth 6000 years ago" over and over and over while ignoring the mounds of evidence piled at your feet. I realize its a touchy subject, and I don't mean to offend, but you can't ignore the obvious.
2007-06-06 07:58:14 · answer #2 · answered by Purcell420 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
As a geologist, I have seen the evidence for the accretion of the earth, the subsequent plate techtonics, igneous activity and the accumulation of sediment. I don't need another explanation for the formation of the earth and any explanation, in my opinion, should also take into the account the evidence for which I am aware or it is simple blind faith in my opinion.
2007-06-06 04:48:36 · answer #3 · answered by JimZ 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Scientific theory. It's the only one with supporting data.
2007-06-06 03:06:21 · answer #4 · answered by Gene 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I believe in Creation.
2007-06-06 02:58:14 · answer #5 · answered by bugsysmom13 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i believe everything God says because He tells us it is true. period.
people believe the scientific theory because its easier to grasp.
God is perfect although there are many things about Him we dont understand.
If you understood everything about "your god" what makes this god more different than you and me?
2007-06-06 02:57:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on whether you want to believe in facts or mythology
2007-06-06 03:38:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
i believe God created the heavens and the earth.
2007-06-06 02:59:29 · answer #8 · answered by ☼CC-WA☼ 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Does it really matter? We're here. Why fight about something we can't change and have no first hand knowledge of?
2007-06-06 03:12:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋