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Question 1

Explain why the theory of evolution is rooted in faith, not facts.

Answer 1

Just like any other belief about the origin of the universe, faith is required. To quote Stephen Jay Gould, “Facts do not ‘speak for themselves’; they are read in light of a theory. The evolutionary faith is a clear attempt to flee from any type of God.

Question 2

What are the five purposes of the heavenly bodies?

Answer 2

1. They serve as lights.
2. They serve as signs.
3. They mark the seasons.
4. They regulate days and years.
5. The emphasize rule / government.

Question 3

Why should a biblical Christian study the stars?

Answer 3

There are many reasons we should study the stars. First, they speak to us concerning the attributes and purposes of their Creator (Romans 1:20-21). Second, many great men of faith also studied them. Lastly, they are symbols that reveal the word concerning Christ and the word concerning the heavenly hosts.

Question 4

What is the relationship between the Ecliptic and the zodiac constellations?

Answer 4

The Ecliptic is an imaginary line on which the sun, moon and planets all seem to revolve. All of the zodiac constellations straddle the Ecliptic.

Question 5

Explain how to find due north by looking at the north circumpolar stars.

Answer 5

It is easy to find due north. First, you locate Polaris. It is the tail of the little dipper, and you can verify this by relating it to the top right corner star of the big dipper. (Dubbe).

Question 6

List the zodiac constellations, in order, beginning with Virgo.

Answer 6

Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Capricorn
Aquarius
Pisces
Aries
Taurus
Gemini
Cancer
Leo

Question 7

Choose one zodiac constellation and thorougly explain how it “pictures” Christ. Be sure to include its attendant decans.

Answer 7

Taurus pictures Christ as the Shepherd of His congregated ones. It’s decans echo this message. Orion pictures Christ who judges darkness. Auriga shows Christ protecting his sheep. Eridanus means “The river of the Judge” and that also echoes this.

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