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The Lost World of Genesis One: Ancient Cosmology and the Origins Debate
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In this astute mix of cultural critique and biblical studies, John H. Walton presents and defends twenty propositions supporting a literary and theological understanding of Genesis 1 within the context of the ancient Near Eastern world and unpacks its implications for our modern scientific understanding of origins.Ideal for students, professors, pastors and lay readers with an interest in the intelligent design controversy and creation-evolution debates, Walton's thoughtful analysis unpacks seldom appreciated aspects of the biblical text and sets Bible-believing scientists free to investigate the question of origins. |
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Pages 192
Dimensions: Length: 0.5" Width: 5.75" Height: 8.5"
Weight: 0.6 lbs.
Binding Softcover
Release Date Jul 1, 2009
Publisher IVP Academic
ISBN 0830837043
EAN 9780830837045
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 | Short, readable, worth consideration May 15, 2010 |
| This is an excellent contribution to the origins debate. It is short and readable, oriented to non-experts. It is a bit redundant but in a way that is useful for teaching, and probably necessary to overcome some of the natural reflex responses of readers whose presuppositions are challenged. The author makes clear that he did not arrive at his conclusions as a way to resolve a conflict between the Bible and science, but rather that the "functional" understanding of Genesis 1 emerged as he tried understand what the original text was saying to its audience, an audience far removed from the 20th century with our focus on the material universe and science. It's short, informative and inexpensive ... perfect conditions to recommend to anyone. | | |  | Great Analysis of Genesis 1 Apr 15, 2010 |
John Walton gives a clear and well explained view of Genesis 1 in a way that is not normal in most evangelical churches. It was very eye opening to me as a young Bible college student. Although all of his ideas were tied together through one common theme, he gives a great understanding to the mindset and the thought processes of the ancient mind and how they would've interpreted this opening chapter.
JOhn Walton has a brilliant mind with great incite to those that are open to understanding the real interpretation of the hebrew and the original context of this controversial chapter. He gives an open space to insert theistic evolution into creation but at the same time does not disregard a young earth or the frame work theory. He leaves it open for the reader to decide. Although I'm not in total agreement with him on his views of intelligent design in shcools, he does bring up important points that need to be taught and what shouldn't be taught.
Overall this is a great book and should be read by anyone seeking an honest interpretation of Genesis 1. God Bless you on your quest and keep an open mind and let the Holy Spirit illuminate the truth through the Word of God. | | | | This is just a great book. Feb 22, 2010 |
| Very informative. Very insightful. Very refreshing. It is simply focused on a proper understanding of the text in light of its context and language. Great read. | | | | A Fresh Reading of a Debated Text Feb 7, 2010 |
Perhaps more than any other question I face in discussions with friends concerning religion is whether or not faith can be held in the face of modern science. Debates of education curriculum, popular discussions of evolutionary theory, and vocal adherents to Creationism have caused this matter to become a common point of conversation. Oftentimes, the terms of the debate have been presented in a muddled way, creating difficulty for those who at least suspect there might be a god, but aren't sure this belief can be reconciled with a naturalistic understanding of the world.
Thankfully, John H. Walton's The Lost World of Genesis One: Ancient Cosmology and the Origins Debate provides an interesting engagement with the text underlying many of the relevant questions that arise the debate between faith and science. Genesis 1 makes no apologies and plainly states that there is a God, and this God has "created" all that is. The key Hebrew term, bara' (meaning "to create") is critical for Walton's presentation, for it is through understanding this term and its historical and biblical usage that a fresh reading of Genesis 1 can be achieved.
Through the examination of biblical texts and other ancient near eastern literature, Walton believes bara' entails not an act of material creation, as the text has been traditionally read, but an act of functional assignment, wherein God acts to bring about order from chaos.
Since this review will be brief, you'll have to visit the book itself to see how Walton textually and philosophically supports his claim. Of note, however, is that in his concluding remarks Walton asserts that his proposed reading does not undermine existing theologies that cast God in the role of Creator, but rather strengthens them, and I tend to agree. Because Walton recasts Genesis 1 in terms of functional rather than material origins, his account is able to continue to make room for evolutionary evidences, does not rule out the possibility of a first man and first woman created in the divine image, imbues the created order with renewed significance as God's temple, and asserts that no matter how the creation originated materially, God still remains the Creator of all that is.
Though written for an academic audience, this book contains conclusions that may be helpful at a more popular level, and could serve as a helpful exegetical resource or as a touchstone for Christian apologetics. While I found the prose a bit difficult at times, the chapters are divided according to propositions, and the arguments supporting these propositions are teased out in short chapters. This format allows for easy and quick rereading, and also allows the reader to quickly locate those portions of the argument found helpful or worthy of debate.
As someone who is striving to make the case for the Christian worldview, I found this book helpful and timely. It will take me some time to distill Walton's account into a form that I can either use for discussion, debate, or dialogue, but as I do so, I think it will prove beneficial in my work of making the Christian faith accessible and coherent for the faithful and skeptical alike. | | | | Love this book! Feb 1, 2010 |
| For years I have struggled in trying to find an interpretive framework for Genesis One that made sense of God's written and natural revelation. As I read this book I felt that it had the ring of truth. John Walton points out that our first step in interpretation is understanding what the text meant to them. This is where his expertise in ancient near eastern literature comes in. We need to recognize that they were asking different questions than we are today. We are asking how and when, but they were asking who and what. In short, the creation account was communicating truths about the nature of God as a corrective against the prevalent creation myths. He also has a great reconciler about how to deal with faith in our public classrooms. The book is worth it just for that because he lays out a well defined path forward that works for believers and non-believers. Check it out! | | | Write your own review about The Lost World of Genesis One: Ancient Cosmology and the Origins Debate
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