Rodney Whitefield


Scholar | Former Visiting Scholar

Physics

Rodney Whitefield received his PhD in physics from Oregon State University. He spent his career working for IBM before retiring after 32 years of service. Since then, his primary activity has been the study of biblical Hebrew, with the goal of better understanding the early chapters of Genesis.

Most Popular Works

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  • Does the Text in Genesis 1 Support an Old Earth?

    Explore the Biblical text of Genesis 1 and learn why the “days” of creation may represent long periods, not 24-hour days, deepening our understanding of how we should approach Earth’s age.

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  • Scientific Evidence for an Old Universe/Old Earth

    Could the universe really be 13.7 billion years old? Explore how science and Genesis 1 align, challenging the common Young Earth assumption.

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  • What Does "Day" Mean in Genesis 1?

    Many believe Genesis 1 teaches a 6,000-year-old Earth—but what does the original Hebrew actually say about the creation “days”?

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  • How Should We Dialogue about Science-Faith Issues?

    Some conversations get heated. This one doesn’t have to! Learn more about the wonder of exploring the intersection of science and faith.

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  • Should Young Christians Pursue Scientific Careers?

    Many wonder if science and the Christian faith conflict—what might a particle physicist say to young believers curious about careers in science?

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