that is what my biology teacher thinks she said that god made the world but evolution took its course when asked about adam and eve she said they were symbolic but is it ok? that Is what I want to know thank you and buh bye!
2007-12-10 07:12:15 · 25 answers · asked by ? 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Im in college for gods sake! -.-
2007-12-10 14:29:29 · update #1
Yeah, it's not hypocritcal for a Christian to believe in evolution. Too many people get the idea that evolution automatically means "godless evolution."
2007-12-10 07:15:54 · answer #1 · answered by Alex H 5 · 6⤊ 1⤋
Well, first off, evolution is not a belief. It is a scientific fact. Now, that is not to be confused with the Big Bang Theory, which is only a theory. There are also various creation myths from around the world. The Christian version of this myth is no more a scientific theory than any of the others.
But, science and religion need not be enemies. First of all, religious people need to stop being afraid that the scientific method is going to be used to disprove their gods. Scientific method is not designed to disprove things. You can site a lack of evidence, but that is where it ends. Many of our early scientists were people of faith. They have always struggled with the questions of religion vs the facts their discoveries supported. I think it will always be this way. I think we should examine our science and our religion. I think it is healthy for both.
To answer your question more directly, I do think you can believe both. As there is no way to ever truly know beyond a shadow of a doubt what sparked creation. I also think that there is nothing wrong with believing that your sacred text contains myths that are meant as an educational allegory. Thus the seven days thing is not what anyone’s faith should be hinged on. Besides, if Jesus came back today and told all Christians that Genesis wasn't 100% fact, BUT all the principles they had practiced in their lives were still valid and God really did love them, I doubt they'd turn their backs in disgust and walk away. I think they'd be fine with that. Don't
you?
EDIT: Shalot, the teacher is a human being and a citizen. He or she has every right to answer a student honestly about a personal matter such as religion. That was her opinion and her belief. She may express it as such. Just because you do not like her religion, does not mean you can suppress it.
2007-12-10 09:01:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well, I don't know if your teacher brought this up or if students asked her; it sounds like it could have been either way. Most Christians view evolution as a method, but God is the purpose and energy behind the method.
2007-12-10 08:13:55 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course it is perfectly OK. Only those who take the Bible 100% literally feel different. Everyone else can see evolution as being the mechanism of HOW God created the universe.
BB,
Raji the Green Witch
2007-12-10 15:24:22 · answer #4 · answered by Raji the Green Witch 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your biology teacher said that, and you are in a public school, I'm pretty sure she could get into a lot of trouble for telling you her religious beliefs.
That said, it depends on your religion. Most Neopagans work nicely in tune with evolution. Those who follow the Bible, however, are another story. The Bible states that everything was created in 6 days, with the seventh as a day of rest. According to the Bible, evolution is false.
2007-12-10 07:27:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
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2016-10-02 08:08:11 · answer #6 · answered by te 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is a public school your teacher should be fired. Teachers should not try to influence the students in matters of religious conscience. Teachers should stick to presenting facts in an academic way, not indoctrinating interpretation of facts.
As to your question, you can believe whatever you want. Its not somehow illegal to be a Christian and believe in evolution, or anything like that. It may be contrary to orthodox Christianity to believe in evolution, but no one is forcing you to be orthodox.
2007-12-10 07:19:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I agree with your biology teacher, except that I think that Adam and Eve were real.
2007-12-10 07:15:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I really don't believe a follower of Christ can accept the evolution hoax. Christ Himself spoke of creation as an actual event, Adam and Eve as real people and Noah and the flood as history. If you accept evolution, you are saying no fall, no sin, no sin nature, no need for a savior. Evolution is counter to all that is taught in Scripture.
2007-12-10 07:17:57 · answer #9 · answered by BrotherMichael 6 · 3⤊ 4⤋
It's ok for everybody to believe in evolution. There are enough facts to support it. Religion really has no say in what is true or not.
2007-12-10 07:15:47 · answer #10 · answered by nondescript 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋