Scriptural Geology, or Geological Phenomena, Consistent Only With the Literal

George Bugg

ISBN 10: 1527717380 / ISBN 13: 9781527717381

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book, published in 1827, delves into the hotly debated relationship between geological findings and the literal interpretation of the Bible. The author, a staunch defender of scriptural authority, presents a compelling argument against the prevailing geological theories of the time, particularly those of Cuvier and Buckland. The book examines the formation of the earth and the occurrence of the Great Flood, drawing upon scriptural verses as the foundation for understanding these events. The author challenges the notion that geological evidence contradicts the biblical account of creation, arguing that the geological record, when interpreted through the lens of faith, aligns perfectly with the scriptures. The book, written during a period of intense scientific and religious debate, explores the boundaries of scientific inquiry and the role of divine revelation in understanding the natural world. By challenging prevailing geological theories, the author seeks to preserve the authority of the Bible and its literal interpretation, emphasizing the importance of faith and revelation in understanding the origins and workings of the earth. 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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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Scriptural Geology, or Geological Phenomena, Consistent Only With the Literal
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1527717380
• ISBN 13: 9781527717381
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Geology

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Synopsis

Rethinking earth’s history through a scriptural lens — a rigorous challenge to modern geology that argues the Bible provides essential guidance for understanding creation and the flood.

This volume examines how mainstream theories fit with a literal reading of Scripture. It argues that Genesis and the Deluge offer clearer explanations than some contemporary models, and it discusses the limits of analogy between present geologic processes and past events.

• Assess the debate between Bible-based accounts and 19th-century geologic theories.


• Explore a scroll of topics from the Deluge to the formation of rock layers.


• Evaluate criticisms of geological denudation, cave formation, and fossil records.


• Consider how scriptural reading might shape the understanding of earth’s history.

Ideal for readers of biblical apologetics, history of science, and those exploring how faith interacts with geology. The book speaks to those seeking a careful, scripture-centered perspective on earth’s origins.