Vern S. Poythress

Vern S. Poythress (MLitt, University of Cambridge; PhD, Harvard University; DTh, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa) is distinguished professor of New Testament, biblical interpretation, and systematic theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia. He has authored books on a wide range of topics; his works include Symphonic Theology, Theophany, and The Mystery of the Trinity.

Creation of the Cosmos

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Genesis 1, including its first verse, makes the point that there is only one true God. Ancient Israel was surrounded by cultures that worshiped many gods. Israelites themselves frequently fell into idolatry, even though God warned repeatedly against it (for instance, Deut. 32:15–18). Genesis 1 is important in affirming and establishing a fundamental aspect of […]

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