Creation Flashcards
What is the definition of creation in a philosophical context?
Creation refers to the act of bringing something into existence that did not previously exist.
True or False: Creationism is a belief that rejects the scientific explanation of the origin of the universe.
True
Fill in the blank: The theory of _____ explains the origins of the universe through a rapid expansion from a singularity.
Big Bang
What is the primary text that outlines the creation story in Judeo-Christian beliefs?
The Bible
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a common theme in creation myths? A) Chaos B) Order C) Evolution D) Divine intervention
C) Evolution
What is the term for the belief that God created the universe and everything in it?
Theism
True or False: The concept of creation is unique to Western religions.
False
Who is considered the ‘father of modern science’ that contributed to the understanding of the universe’s creation?
Galileo Galilei
Fill in the blank: In Hinduism, the god _____ is often associated with the creation of the universe.
Brahma
What is the term for the scientific study of the origins of the universe?
Cosmology
Multiple Choice: Which of the following concepts is associated with the idea of spontaneous generation? A) Creationism B) Abiogenesis C) Intelligent Design D) Evolution
B) Abiogenesis
True or False: Creation narratives often serve to explain the origins of humanity and its relationship with the divine.
True
What is the name of the theory that combines scientific and religious views on creation?
Theistic Evolution
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a famous scientific work by Charles Darwin that discusses the evolution of species.
On the Origin of Species
What is the significance of the ‘first cause’ argument in creation philosophy?
It posits that everything that exists must have a cause, leading to the conclusion of an uncaused first cause, often identified as God.
Multiple Choice: Which creation story includes a cosmic egg? A) Norse mythology B) Chinese mythology C) Greek mythology D) Hindu mythology
B) Chinese mythology
True or False: The concept of creation is only found in religious texts.
False
What does ‘Intelligent Design’ propose regarding the origins of life?
It suggests that life is too complex to have arisen without the intervention of a higher intelligence.
Fill in the blank: The _____ account of creation describes God creating the world in six days and resting on the seventh.
Genesis
What is the term for the belief that the universe is eternal and has no beginning?
Eternalism
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key concept in Darwin’s theory of evolution? A) Natural selection B) Creationism C) Intelligent Design D) The Big Bang
A) Natural selection
True or False: Many creation myths serve as allegories for human experience and morality.
True
What is the role of ‘myth’ in the context of creation stories?
Myths serve to convey cultural values and beliefs about the origins of the universe and humanity.
Fill in the blank: The _____ model of the universe describes it as expanding from a singular point.
Big Bang
What is the main criticism of creationism from the scientific community?
It lacks empirical evidence and does not adhere to the scientific method.
Multiple Choice: Which religious tradition includes the concept of ‘Tao’ as the source of creation? A) Buddhism B) Christianity C) Taoism D) Islam
C) Taoism
True or False: The concept of creation has been universally accepted across all cultures.
False
What do proponents of the ‘Gap Theory’ in creationism believe?
They believe there is a long period of time between Genesis 1:1 and Genesis 1:2, allowing for an ancient Earth.
Fill in the blank: The _____ hypothesis suggests that life was brought to Earth by comets or meteorites.
Panspermia
How many days did god make the world in?
7 days
