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Where does it say in the bible that the Universe is only 6,000 years old?

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Dr Jack

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Message 13 of 114 (107389)
05-11-2004 8:58 AM

Reply to: Message 9 by Rrhain
05-10-2004 6:38 AM

Hi Rrhain,

It is generally considered that the Temple of Solomon was begun in 956 BCE so this means that the earth is 5794 years old.

I'm curious - what is the basis for this date?

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Message 15 of 114 (107400)
05-11-2004 9:22 AM

Reply to: Message 14 by JonF
05-11-2004 8:58 AM

But if we're talking about a literal interpreation of the bible, those assumptions are already made.

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