Kent P. Jackson

Kent P. Jackson and Josh Sears, both Old Testament scholars from BYU, delve into the depths of Genesis 1, exploring the ancient views of order versus chaos. They unpack the meaning of creation as organizing rather than creating from nothing and the significance of light as God's presence. The discussion highlights the structure of days in the creation narrative, showing how each day addresses chaos. They also unravel the library-like nature of the Old Testament, discussing its varied genres and the process of textual transmission, emphasizing the enduring value of biblical covenants.