Evolution and Religion

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This paper argues that even though Darwin's theories are not fully compatible with the Bible, it does not necessarily mean that God did not plan evolution in advance. The great unfolding of nature in all its splendor, even from its most humble beginnings to an advanced state as evolution dictates, proves that man's ideas are compatible with those of God.

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"So far, it seems that science and religion, as far as evolution is concerned, can never come to a consensus on whether life evolved from lower forms as maintained by Charles Darwin or was created by a divine God. However, the Holy Bible encourages man to roam the natural world in responsible freedom, meaning that man must show respect to God's creations while ignoring superstition. In addition, the Holy Bible puts man in the position as a creature of God and part of the divine created order. Unlike the rest of the natural world, man has the power of foresight and understanding which makes him a responsible being in the eyes of God. With these powers, man is commanded by God to control and manipulate the world, not as an arrogant and selfish being but as a steward of God's creations."

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