Varies
Scripture as ancient wisdom; compatible with science; theological not literal
The UUA approaches Genesis 1:1-2 as ancient wisdom literature that expresses theological truths about meaning and order rather than as scientific or literal history. UUA members are generally comfortable with evolutionary science and do not regard the Genesis account as contradictory to modern cosmology.
Key Distinctions
- Creation ex nihilo:
- affirmed; mechanism open to science
- Spirit role:
- Creation model:
- not required
Scripture References
Sources
- UUA principles of intellectual freedom
- Religious approaches to evolution