

Defenders 3: Excursus on Creation of Life and Biological Diversity (Part 21): Why Read Genesis 1-3 Figuratively?
Jul 17, 2019
Dive into a discussion on interpreting Genesis 1-3 figuratively rather than literally. Explore the anthropomorphic descriptions of God and the inconsistencies that support this view. The podcast also dissects the implications of humanity's dominion and the concept of sin within creation. Discover the historical context of monotheism versus polytheism and how these ideas shape our understanding of the divine. Finally, unravel the rich complexity of metaphor in the creation narrative, prompting deeper spiritual reflections.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
Genesis Creation Narratives: Interpretations and Implications
05:57 • 21min
Exploring Monotheism, Polytheism, and Divine Descriptions
27:20 • 2min
Exploring the Nature of Metaphor: Correspondence and Abstraction
29:36 • 2min
Interpreting Genesis: Myths and Metaphors
31:28 • 7min