A Contrast to the Realm of Eternity

The framework of seven days is rich with divine intention. Certainly, in biblical numerology, the number seven symbolizes divine perfection. But perhaps it goes deeper than that. Echoing church father Basil of Caesareaa, theologian Colin Gunton argues that the ordering of seven days establishes a distinct relation between the present time and eternity.

That is, the seven – day week was created by God to serve as a contrast to the realm of eternity in which God dwells. Time serves as a contrast to eternity. Have you ever walked into a perfume store at the mall and encountered an array…