Teremtéselmélet

Teremtéselmélet, often translated as creationism, is a religious belief that the universe and life originated from divine acts of creation. This viewpoint contrasts with scientific explanations such as evolution and the Big Bang theory. Various religions and denominations have their own interpretations of creation, but a common thread is the belief in a supernatural being or beings responsible for bringing the cosmos and its inhabitants into existence.

The most widely known form of teremtéselmélet is based on the literal interpretation of religious texts, such as the Book of Genesis in Christianity and Judaism. These accounts typically describe a sequential process of creation over a specific period, often understood as days. Proponents of this view often argue that these narratives are factual historical and scientific accounts.

In contrast, scientific explanations for the origin of the universe and life are based on empirical evidence, observation, and testable hypotheses. Evolutionary biology posits that life on Earth has developed gradually over millions of years through natural selection, while cosmology describes the formation of the universe from a singularity in the Big Bang.

The debate between teremtéselmélet and scientific explanations is a significant topic in discussions about science education and the relationship between faith and reason. While some see these as mutually exclusive, others find ways to reconcile their religious beliefs with scientific understanding, often through non-literal interpretations of religious texts or by viewing science and religion as addressing different kinds of questions.