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Genesis Science and Scientific Creationi

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The ancient biblical accounts of creation in Genesis and modern scientific cosmology need not stand in opposition - in fact, contemporary astronomical evidence, including Big Bang theory and the anthropic principle, provides surprising support for core biblical assertions about temporal creation and intelligent design. Through comparative textual analysis of multiple biblical creation narratives and historical examination of Jewish theological approaches, this research reveals how scripture and science can be reconciled without compromising either. The biblical text itself incorporates diverse, sometimes conflicting creation accounts, suggesting the original compilers did not intend purely literal interpretations. Medieval Jewish philosophers like Saadia Gaon and Maimonides established clear precedents for metaphorical biblical interpretation when scientific evidence conflicts with literal readings. Their approach exposes fundamental flaws in modern "scientific creationism," which misrepresents both biblical intent and scientific method by insisting on literal six-day creation timelines. Genesis functions primarily as theological poetry emphasizing divine creation, purposeful design, and human stewardship rather than scientific chronology. When interpreted through traditional Jewish hermeneutical principles that distinguish essential religious truths from metaphorical details, modern cosmology strengthens rather than undermines core biblical creation theology.

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    Published 1987-1988

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    Jeffrey Tigay