When Darwin returned home, he developed this theory of evolution through natural selection. He came to the conclusion that species are specially modified to their environments. There are features that vary between individuals of a population. Although offspring are fairly similar to their parents, this variance also occurs between generation, leading to genetic differences. The genetic differences provide some offspring with traits that aid in survival and reproduction; those who inherited this trait typically survive and will pass them onto their offspring. This theory poses the concept that overtime this process can result in populations that specialize for particular environments. These variations can create large changes and may result in the emergence of a new species. …show more content…
Creationists have rejected the scientific explanation, instead holding the belief that the universe and all life was created by the divine power of a supreme being. These opposing viewpoints have created a debate on whether or not Darwin’s Theory of Evolution should be a part of a school's curriculum.
It should be noted that not all religions oppose Darwin and his Theory. Although the Southern Baptist Convention and the Lutheran Church rejects evolution, the teachings of Buddhism, Judaism, and the United Methodist Church have been found to not conflict with the evolutionary theory. Evolution also does not contradict the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Presbyterian Church, and Hinduism; it is argued that the teachings could exist together (“Religious Groups’