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The Triumphal Entry and the Temple Cleansing

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This short talk is aimed at beginners; it is also suitable for Religious Studies Key Stage 4 students (14-16),  especially those studying the life of Jesus.

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Creationism and Evangelicals: an Important Clarification

The National Trust drew some criticism a few years ago for including an exhibit at the new Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre which acknowledges that:  “Young Earth Creationists believe that the earth was created some 6000 years ago. This is based on a specific interpretation of the Bible and in particular the account of creation in the book of Genesis.” The exhibit does not suggest that these beliefs have any scientific merit.

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