{"product_id":"the-lost-world-of-genesis-one-ancient-cosmology-and-the-origins-debate-volume-2-paperback","title":"The Lost World of Genesis One: Ancient Cosmology and the Origins Debate Volume 2 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn H. Walton on the Ancient Context and Modern Significance of Genesis One \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Lost World of Genesis One\u003c\/i\u003e, John H. Walton proposes a fresh reading of Genesis that remains faithful to the original context and that preserves and enhances the theological vitality of the text. Walton addresses key areas of controversy among Christians, including the relationship between Genesis and modern science, particularly covering discussions of evolution, Intelligent Design, and creationism. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe arguments are made through eighteen propositions, presented succinctly and plainly, designed to be accessible to readers without technical expertise. In this astute mix of cultural critique and biblical studies, thesepropositions support a literary and theological understanding of Genesis 1 within the context of the ancient Near Eastern world and unpack its implications for our modern scientific understanding of origins. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Lost World of Genesis One\u003c\/i\u003e, Walton's thoughtful analysis \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eunpacks seldom appreciated aspects of the biblical text; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides thought-provoking ideas for thinking about the Bible, theology, faith and science; and \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egives Bible-believing scientists freedom to investigate the question of origins. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you are a student, professor, pastor, or lay reader with an interest in the Intelligent Design and creation-evolution discussions, you'll find that Walton's well-reasoned propositions in \u003ci\u003eThe Lost World of Genesis One\u003c\/i\u003e provide valuable insights for modern discussions on creation and origins. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Series \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe books in the Lost World Series follow the pattern set by Bible scholar John H. Walton, bringing a fresh, close reading of the Hebrew text and knowledge of ancient Near Eastern literature to an accessible discussion of the biblical topic at hand using a series of logic-based propositions. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IVP Academic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48683831034073,"sku":"9780830837045","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/3121\/5065\/files\/9780830837045.jpg?v=1778528556","url":"https:\/\/www.blacknectarbooks.com\/products\/the-lost-world-of-genesis-one-ancient-cosmology-and-the-origins-debate-volume-2-paperback","provider":"blacknectar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}