10. Does the Old Testament Contain Myths?
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 Published On Apr 17, 2024

Are there mythological creatures in the OT? Did Israelites model Genesis after other religions? Does the Bible say the Earth is round or flat?

Chapters:
00:00-01:07 - The Genesis text
01:08-02:37 - Types of creation myths
02:38-03:20 - God isn't alone when he creates the universe?
03:21-04:40 - Creation by fighting monsters?
04:41-06:57 - The flat earth floats on a sea monster's corpse?
06:58-08:45 - The sky is made of metal?
08:46-09:47 - Conclusion and the problem of historic anticipation

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