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Dru Johnson - Do Christians really think Genesis is literal?

Why God Why?

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Exploring Hebraic Heritage and Scientific Thought

This chapter examines the origins of scientific thinking rooted in hebraic heritage instead of Greco-Roman ideas, emphasizing realism, laws, and tangible results. It discusses interpreting Genesis 1 from an Iron Age Hebrew perspective, highlighting themes like light sources, day and night, and the narrative of Cain and Abel. The conversation challenges conventional interpretations, delving into the symbolic significance of cursed dirt, scarcity, violence, and human fertility in relation to biblical narratives.

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