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Originally Posted by drone:
Why not? As long as someone doesn't take a literal interpretation of the Bible, there is really no reason why evolution and Christianity can't co-exist. Maybe evolution is part of God's plan, or even God tweaking his work as time passes. Why can't various scientific theories/laws just explain mechanisms God set in place?
Well, that is making it more complex... Not literal? How much of the Bible is "not literal"? Where do we stop?Why not? As long as someone doesn't take a literal interpretation of the Bible, there is really no reason why evolution and Christianity can't co-exist. Maybe evolution is part of God's plan, or even God tweaking his work as time passes. Why can't various scientific theories/laws just explain mechanisms God set in place?
Originally Posted by Aemilius Paulus:
Well, that is making it more complex... Not literal? How much of the Bible is "not literal"? Where do we stop?
Didn't you know?Well, that is making it more complex... Not literal? How much of the Bible is "not literal"? Where do we stop?
The bible is like a smorgosbord where you can pick and choose the parts you like
Originally Posted by Kadagar_AV:
The bible is like a smorgosbord where you can pick and choose the parts you like
Of course, even the creationists do it all the time... What happened to the Old Testament Laws - when creationists love to maintain that all parts of the Bible matter, including the Old Testament? Or the New Testament idea that you have to give up your earthly wealth to be saved? Pick n' choose The bible is like a smorgosbord where you can pick and choose the parts you like
This has long left the original topic behind, and whilst there are some well-argued posts developing, there are also some rather distasteful trolls peeking from beneath their bridges.
If a new thread on evolution/religion/the founding fathers emerges, I suggest participants treat their opponents with respect, as per the Backroom Rules.
If a new thread on evolution/religion/the founding fathers emerges, I suggest participants treat their opponents with respect, as per the Backroom Rules.
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