General View of the Geology of Scripture, in Which the Unerring Truth of the
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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Print on Demand. This book brings forth an intricate examination of the connection between geology and scriptural truths. The author, an avid geologist and traveler, discovered a dissonance between the theories of the day and what he understood from the Bible's depiction of the origins of the world. This dissonance led him to deeply examine the Mosaic account of creation, as well as the secondary formations that followed. The author uses this analysis to reconcile Scripture with the physical world as we know it, using the latest scientific discoveries to support his biblical interpretations. The book delves into subjects such as the density of the earth, the causes of the deluge, fossil remains, and the formation of the continents. The work also disputes several theories put forth by geology's leading minds, and posits that a literal reading of scripture, when combined with modern scientific knowledge, provides a more accurate understanding of the earth's history than the leading scientific theories of the day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- General View of the Geology of Scripture, in Which the Unerring Truth of the
- Author
- George Fairholme
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1330319818
- ISBN 13
- 9781330319819
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- Geology
Explore how geology and Scripture align to illuminate the Earth’s early chapters and its flood narrative.
The book presents a careful, evidence‑based look at the Earth’s surface and its rocks, using natural facts to illuminate the Mosaic record of the Deluge. It discusses how fossil remains, ocean currents, and the distribution of formations like chalk and coal fit together with scriptural history, rather than contradict it. The author argues that physical facts can support the unerring truths of Scripture when viewed with clear reasoning and cautious interpretation.
Readers will encounter a structured discussion of fossil evidence, the power of currents to move and preserve remains, and the ways geologic formations may reflect a single, global flood rather than a sequence of disconnected events. The text also critiques earlier geological theories, offering a framework that reconciles scientific observation with biblical narrative.
- How fossil remains across the globe can be understood in light of a single catastrophic event.
- How ocean currents and sedimentary layers could move and bury remains at broad scales.
- How major rock formations, like chalk beds and coal seams, relate to a unified biblical timeline.
- How traditional and ancient sources are weighed alongside modern geology to support a coherent history.
Ideal for readers seeking a thoughtful bridge between geology and biblical history, and anyone exploring how scientific facts can reinforce, rather than undermine, scriptural narratives.
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