Od wieków ludzie próbują zrozumieć swoje miejsce we wszechświecie. Jedni szukają odpowiedzi w nauce, inni w tradycji, a jeszcze inni w starożytnych pismach. Pojawiają się pytania o to, czy ziemia jest naprawdę kulą, czym jest firmament w Biblii i czy istnieją cywilizacje pozaziemskie. Wokół tych tematów narosło mnóstwo teorii, ale też nieporozumień. Biblia daje pewne wskazówki, lecz wymaga uważnej interpretacji. Spróbujmy więc spojrzeć na te kwestie z perspektywy wiary i kreacjonizmu, gdzie Bóg jest Stwórcą wszystkiego.
Flat Earth – where did the idea come from?
When we hear about the flat earth theory, most of us think of ancient beliefs. Some even claim that in the Middle Ages people commonly believed in a flat earth. That’s not really true – many scholars of that time already knew the earth was round. So why does the subject keep coming back?
One reason is a literal reading of biblical phrases like "the four corners of the earth" or "the pillars of the world." From a creationist perspective, these are poetic images pointing to God’s greatness, not geographical statements. The Bible never directly says there is a flat earth. On the contrary, passages like Isaiah’s mention of "the circle of the earth" suggest a round shape.
Why do people today still cling to flat earth claims? Often it’s distrust toward authorities and a desire to interpret things on their own. Some do it sincerely, others for attention. But through a creationist lens, Scripture is clear: creation was an act of God, ordered and purposeful, and not dependent on human theories about a flat earth.
The Firmament in the Bible – a mysterious dome
Another element that has stirred human imagination for ages is the firmament in the Bible. Already in Genesis we read that God created a firmament to separate the waters above from the waters below. That raises questions: what was this firmament really?
Ancient people pictured it as something solid, a dome stretched over the earth. Modern translations use terms like sky, vault, or firmament. But its role is clear – it was part of God’s design. The flood narrative shows it most clearly: the "windows of heaven" were opened and water poured down. In that moment the waters above the firmament became part of God’s judgment on earth.
After the flood, God gave a sign – the rainbow. Where was it placed? In the sky, right where the firmament was. That makes the firmament more than just a metaphor; it was the stage for God’s covenant promise. For believers, this shows the consistency of the biblical story – the firmament in the Bible had a real purpose within God’s plan.
Extraterrestrial civilizations – does the Bible mention them?
The topic of UFOs and extraterrestrials keeps coming up. Movies, reports, even government documents about "unidentified flying objects" stir curiosity. But does this mean the universe is filled with other civilizations? Or are these simply unexplained phenomena, or human technology we don’t fully grasp?
The Bible does not speak of extraterrestrial civilizations. There are no passages about life on other planets. Instead, Scripture clearly shows earth as the unique place designed by God, where humanity was created to live in fellowship with Him. The stars, moon, and sun are not homes for alien life but serve purposes – to give light, mark seasons, and act as signs.
Some interpret prophetic visions, like those of Ezekiel, as encounters with aliens. But through a creationist reading, these are visions of God’s glory and spiritual realities, not descriptions of extraterrestrials. The Bible doesn’t provide grounds for belief in alien civilizations. It does, however, remind us that humans are not alone – God Himself is always with them.
Why then does the theme of extraterrestrials fascinate so much? Probably because people long to know they are not alone. Creationism answers this longing in another way: humanity never was alone, because the Creator has been present from the beginning.
How flat earth, the firmament, and extraterrestrials get linked in people’s minds
At first glance, these are three separate ideas. Yet in popular imagination, they often merge. Flat earth advocates claim the firmament proves we live under a giant dome, with stars embedded in it. Believers in extraterrestrials say aliens slip through cracks in the firmament or live beyond it.
But the Bible paints a different picture. The firmament was created by God to separate waters. It’s not a shield for aliens, nor evidence of a flat earth. Reading Scripture carefully shows an ordered plan of creation, not conspiracy.
Why do people tie these themes together? Because mystery invites speculation. Where knowledge is incomplete, imagination fills the gap. And nothing sparks imagination like the sky above. For some, that means theories about a flat earth or extraterrestrial civilizations. For others, it’s a reminder of God’s handiwork.
From a creationist perspective, the truth is simple: earth and heaven were made by God, the firmament in the Bible had a purpose, and humans don’t need alien civilizations to feel connected. They already have the greatest relationship possible – with their Creator.
