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Wood, Thomas
1826
Wood, Thomas, Wesleyan minister
Durbin, John P. (John Price)
1800
1876
Durbin, John Price
Durbin, J. P.
The Mosaic History of the Creation of the World
Illustrated by Discoveries and Experiments Derived from the Present Enlightened State of Science; With Reflections, Intended to Promote Vital and Practical Religion
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"The Mosaic History of the Creation of the World" by Thomas Wood is a theological treatise written in the early 19th century. The work seeks to illustrate the Biblical account of creation as narrated by Moses, integrating insights from contemporary science while promoting reflections on religion. The aim is to reconcile faith with scientific understanding, intending to enlighten readers on the nature of God and creation." The opening of the book delves into the character of God as revealed in the Scriptures, emphasizing His attributes such as goodness, self-existence, and the concept of the Trinity. Wood presents a discussion on the historical context of how the divine name "Jehovah" offers insights into God's nature, asserting that understanding the creation narrative requires recognizing the unity and plurality embodied within the Godhead. The author lays a theological foundation for exploring the details of creation, ultimately directing the reader to consider the manifestations of God's work in nature and their implications for religious belief and practice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Religion and science
Creation
Bible and science
Cosmology
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