Bible Quote by Glen Duncan
““The question 'What was there before creation?' is meaningless. Time is a property of creation, therefore before creation there was no before creation.””
About This Quote
The query about a pre‑creation state is nonsensical because temporal concepts only exist within the act of creation itself.
In simple terms: Temporal concepts depend on creation.
Key Takeaway
Creation defines time.
Themes
philosophy of time
metaphysics
cosmology
logic
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
aphilosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- debating cosmological origins
- discussing theological creation narratives
- exploring scientific models of the universe
Key Concepts
time as a property
creation as origin
Practical Applications
- philosophical essays
- theology curricula
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean for a concept to be defined only after it exists?
- Can we meaningfully discuss 'before' without a temporal framework?
