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Isaac Asimov’s work provides a rigorous, scientific commentary on the opening eleven chapters of Genesis. Drawing on biblical criticism, evolutionary theory, and the dialogue between Scripture and science, it offers a detailed, scholarly exploration of creation narratives and their theological implications.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Religion & Spirituality/Christianity
Authors: Isaac Asimov
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