What does the Bible say about genetic engineering?

The Bible has nothing to say about Genetic Engineering. After all, this would have been a totally foreign concept to the biblical authors.

Having said that, the Bible is a highly complex collection of Books and it is always possible for a reader to 'find' whatever meaning he wishes to find in it.

Just because the Bible has nothing to say about Genetic Engineering does not mean we can not, or should not, take a moral stand if that is what we believe. There are many issues of moral and ethical importance in the world today, about which good people of all faiths or no faith must take a stand.

Answer

While the Bible obviously does not mention Genetic Engineering (GE) specifically, there are some general principles taught that Christians may be following in their approach to this issue. A Christian who was pro-genetic engineering may feel that the principles of dominion would apply. A Christian who was concerned about the use of GE technology would feel that the issue of stewardship over the earth and the unknown outcome on the whole delicate and intricate food chain would be a guiding principal here. Also, the motivation behind the technology may be seen to be greed and selfish gain at the expense of others, both of which are against the teachings of the Bible. In either case, Christians do have to study the issue and to decide for themselves how it fits in with these general principles. They have the freedom to decide accordingly to the best of their ability.

First answer by Dick Harfield. Last edit by Grevillea. Contributor trust: 1220 [recommend contributor]. Question popularity: 17 [recommend question]