The apparent conflict between biblical creation accounts and scientific understanding of Earth's age has troubled many believers, creating a false choice between faith and science. This tension isn't new - it has ancient roots in Greek philosophy and epicureanism, with both sides making critical errors when Darwin's theories emerged. Those opposing faith claimed science disproves God, while many believers felt compelled to reject science to preserve their faith.To properly understand Genesis, we must recognize it as a temple text - a common ancient literary form that described a deity's identity, temple location, seven-day inauguration ceremony, and final rest. Genesis follows this exact pattern, answering crucial questions for the Hebrew people: Who is our God (Yahweh, creator of everything), where is His temple (all of creation), and where is His image (humanity itself). The key insight is that all material creation happens in Genesis 1:1, which could represent any timeframe, while the seven days describe God's inauguration ceremony for His cosmic temple.This understanding allows multiple interpretations to coexist - whether viewing the days as ages, literal periods, or metaphorical elements of a temple text. Christians should focus on essential gospel truths rather than secondary issues, practicing humility in both scientific and theological understanding. The real conflict isn't between facts but between different worldviews interpreting the same evidence. Faith and reason work together as gifts from God to help us understand His truth and world.