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Who's the first person on the earth?

Published in First Human Origins 1 min read

The concept of the "first person on Earth" varies depending on the perspective, whether religious, mythological, or scientific.

Religious and Mythological Perspectives

Different belief systems offer different answers to who the first person on Earth was:

  • Abrahamic Religions (Christianity, Islam, Judaism): The first person is believed to be Adam.
  • Hinduism: The first person is considered to be Manu, the forefather of humanity.

Scientific Perspective

From a scientific viewpoint, the question of the "first person" is approached differently.

  • Homo Sapiens: According to current scientific understanding, Homo sapiens, our species, emerged in Africa around 200,000 years ago. There wasn't a single "first person" but rather a gradual evolution of our species.

Summary

To better understand the different viewpoints, here's a table summarizing the key perspectives:

Perspective First Person
Abrahamic Religions Adam
Hinduism Manu
Science Homo sapiens (evolved gradually)

Therefore, whether the first person is Adam, Manu, or early Homo sapiens depends on whether you are asking from a religious, mythological, or scientific viewpoint.