Questions and Answers
What does the term 'Inerrant' refer to?
What is Genesis 1:1-2:4a?
The first creation account in Genesis.
What does Divine Rationality signify?
God's mind being active in the account.
What is The Exile?
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What is Enuma Elish?
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What does Sabbath refer to?
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What is the definition of symmetry?
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What is cosmogony?
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What is concordism?
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Who is Archbishop Ussher?
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What does Genesis 2:4b-25 describe?
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What is Psalm 104 about?
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What is Wisdom 7:17-18a about?
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What does the term Torah refer to?
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What does John 1:1-8 communicate?
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What does the Greek word Logos mean?
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What are the implications of Sacred Scripture being both divine and human?
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What are the important implications for modern science and Sacred Scripture?
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The three principles guiding our approach to Genesis 1 are: 1.) The Bible tells us, without error, all we need to know for salvation; 2.) The Bible uses language that is not ___________; and 3.) The way this truth is transmitted in the Bible has something to teach us.
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What is the human background of the creation account in Genesis 1?
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What is the message about God in the creation account in Genesis 1?
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What is the message about the world and humanity?
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Study Notes
Key Concepts and Definitions
- Inerrant: Refers to Scripture that teaches God's saving truth without error.
- Genesis 1:1-2:4a: The initial creation narrative in Genesis, requiring careful reading for full understanding.
- Divine Rationality: Pertains to God’s active mind in creation accounts.
- The Exile: Refers to the displacement of God's people to Babylon, challenging their faith.
- Enuma Elish: The Babylonian creation myth, central to their religious beliefs.
- Sabbath: Represents God's day of rest after creation.
- Symmetry: Refers to equality in measure, often seen in creation narratives.
- Cosmogony: Explores theories regarding the universe's origin and evolution.
Harmonizing Faith and Science
- Concordism: Effort to align every detail of Genesis 1 with modern scientific understandings of the universe's beginnings.
- Archbishop Ussher: Seventeenth-century Anglican who sought to reconcile creation accounts with contemporary physics.
Biblical Narratives
- Genesis 2:4b-25: Depicts the Garden of Eden, an older creation narrative.
- Psalm 104: A psalm of praise, highlighting God's creation in a detailed manner.
- Wisdom 7:17-18a: Discusses God's provision of knowledge related to the universe's structure and time.
Torah and New Testament Insights
- Torah: Comprises the first five books of the Bible.
- John 1:1-8: Emphasizes that God is the Word; John serves as a witness to this light.
- Logos: Greek term translating to "Word" but also implies "Reason."
Implications of Scripture
- Divine and Human Nature of Scripture: God inspires the human authors, conveying His truth through them.
- Modern Science and Scripture: Distinguishes between scientific creationism and materialism, bridging the divine and human aspects of the Bible.
Principles for Understanding Genesis 1
- The Bible provides necessary truths for salvation without error.
- Utilizes non-scientific language and images about the physical world.
- The transmission of truth via biblical narrative is educational.
Human Context and Messages
- Human Background of Creation Account: Understanding requires knowledge of the human perspectives, including Enuma Elish.
- Message about God: Highlights the singular, powerful, intelligent, and good nature of God in creating the universe.
- Message about World and Humanity: Encourages appreciation of creation and the spiritual intellect gifted to humanity.
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These flashcards cover key terms and concepts from Chapter 3 of Faith and Science. They aim to clarify notable definitions such as 'Inerrant' and 'Divine Rationality,' as well as explore significant biblical passages. Perfect for those looking to deepen their understanding of the interplay between faith and scientific inquiry.