Russia embraces religious intolerance with draconian blasphemy and anti-gay laws

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Genesis is not meant to tell us exactly how the universe was created. Rather, it is the demythologizing of the universe. The Israelites had just come out of Egypt when this was written, and its purpose is to show that there are not numerous gods controlling the sun, stars, and all life, but rather it is all the work of God the almighty.

I like this part of the first reply. To me, the two versions of the creation account indicate two views regarding the relationship between god and mankind. There is a kind of yin and yang, a very optimistic and hopeful view and a somewhat cynical and pessimistic view. Seen as two separate accounts with two separate ideals, it becomes a more compelling read.

Yes I agree. I didn't see it at first, but trying to reply to it made me realise that actually he said some good stuff in a few words.