Origin and values of the universe Flashcards

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What is the Big Bang theory?

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scientific theory to explain the origins of the universe.

  1. 13.7 billion years ago, all matter in the universe was concentrated in a tiny, dense very hot mass.
  2. A huge expansion took place and the condensed matter wad flung in all directions.
  3. As the matter expanded it started to cool. Particles and atoms formed, and were grouped together into stars and galaxies.
  4. Once the Earth has cooled, life began to develop on it.
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what are the 2 different christian responses about the Big Bang?

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God created the universe but not with the Big Bang

  1. The Bible is the word of God and should be taken literally.
  2. Genesis creation story says that God created the universe in 6 days.
  3. scientific theories are always being updated and may not be completely correct

God created the universe but with the Big Bang:

  1. Genesis creation story is a metaphor. Its main message is that God created the universe
  2. It is possible for God to create the universe through the Big Bang
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what is thr value of the universe?

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  1. universe is God’s creation, and he continues to sustain it
  2. universe reflects God’s love and power
  3. universe is a gift from God to humanity
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