: It investigates how the topic of cosmogony was developed through different genres, particularly the formal commentary.

is a scholarly volume edited by Geert Roskam and Joseph Verheyden , published by Mohr Siebeck in 2017. Overview and Content

: Central questions include whether the world had a beginning in time or has existed eternally. Light on Creation - Mohr Siebeck

The book is based on an international colloquium held at the KU Leuven in 2015. It explores the reception and interpretation of two foundational texts regarding the origin of the universe: (specifically the third book) The Genesis account of creation Book Structure The volume is organized into three main sections:

: The work analyzes the dialogue and tension between pagan philosophers and Christian theologians.

: Explores movements and authors, such as Gnostics, that blended elements from both philosophical and religious traditions. Key Themes

: Focuses on early Christian authors who interpreted the Hexaemeron (the six days of creation).