5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols
Controversy in Columbia
Jul 3, 2024
Guest James Woodrow, a controversial figure in the 1880s known for his beliefs on evolution, discusses the clash between evolutionary theory and biblical beliefs at Columbia Theological Seminary, leading to his dismissal and the closure of the seminary.
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- James Woodrow believed in harmony between the Bible and evolution.
- Controversy at Columbia Theological Seminary led to its closure due to evolution debate.
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The Life and Career of James Woodrow
James Woodrow's journey from Edinburgh, Scotland, to Canada, then to Ohio, and eventually his educational pursuits in Pennsylvania, Alabama, and Harvard under Louis Agassiz are highlighted. His marriage and move to Columbia Theological Seminary in South Carolina, where he became a professor, are key points. The naming of his son Woodrow Wilson and his involvement in the evolving controversy surrounding the theory of evolution add depth to his significant contributions.
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