Which of the following, according to Tan, are implications to holding to biblical anthropology?

• A. Humans are fallen beings because of sin
• B. Humans are dualistic (body and soul)
• C. Holistic view of people (body, mind, emotions, soul, and social)
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Tan’s view of biblical anthropology is multi-dimensional. He grounds human nature in the reality of fallenness due to sin, which affects every aspect of a person. Scripture also uses language that can be read as body-soul dualism, acknowledging an immaterial dimension alongside the physical. Yet Tan also underscores that being human is not reducible to one part; a full biblical anthropology affirms a holistic, integrated view of personhood that includes body, mind, emotions, soul, and social relationships. Because these elements are all present in his framework, holding to biblical anthropology entails recognizing the fall, the sometimes dualistic language used in Scripture, and a comprehensive, multi-dimensional understanding of persons. All of the above.