Scripture And Science Not At Variance - Softcover

John Henry Pratt

 
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Synopsis

Scripture And Science Not At Variance; Or, The Historical Character And Plenary Inspiration Of The Earlier Chapters Of Genesis Unaffected By The Discoveries Of Science by John Henry Pratt surveys the relationship between Holy Scripture and scientific inquiry. Pratt argues that Scripture and Science are never truly at variance, even when apparent conflicts arise. Structured in two parts, the work defends the historical credibility and plenary inspiration of Genesis chapters 1–11, and contends that the Bible’s early chapters provide essential insights for faith, ethics, and understanding of nature. Part I catalogues historical examples from science where interpretation of Scripture was once mistaken but later clarified, including topics such as the firmament, antipodes, and planetary motion. Part II defends the early Genesis narrative as a historically truthful preface to the rest of Scripture, illustrating how Christ and the Apostles treated these chapters as authoritative. The book argues for a cautious, evidence-based approach to science, urges reverence for Scripture, and maintains that no new discovery should undermine belief in divine inspiration.

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