Skapelseslære

Skapelseslære, often translated as "creation doctrine" or "doctrine of creation," refers to the theological understanding of how the universe, life, and humanity came into existence. This concept is central to many religious traditions, particularly monotheistic faiths like Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Different religious traditions offer varying accounts of creation. In the Abrahamic religions, the foundational narrative is found in the Book of Genesis, which describes a divine being, God, creating the cosmos through speech or divine will over a period of days. This narrative emphasizes God's omnipotence, sovereignty, and the inherent goodness of creation.

Beyond specific narratives, skapelseslære addresses fundamental questions about origins, purpose, and humanity's place in the universe. It often posits that creation is not a random occurrence but a deliberate act of a higher power. This doctrine influences ethical frameworks, views on the sanctity of life, and the relationship between the divine and the natural world.

While religious creation doctrines provide theological explanations, they are distinct from scientific explanations of the universe's origins, such as the Big Bang theory and evolution. The relationship between religious creation doctrines and scientific theories is a subject of ongoing discussion and interpretation within various theological and scientific communities. Some view them as mutually exclusive, while others seek to reconcile them through various philosophical and theological approaches.