Did Adam and Eve really exist?

[montana108]

I have heard Tim Staples (and others on EWTN) mention that although we (Catholics) are free to accept the evolutionary process as a means through which God created humankind (i.e. through intelligent design), we must accept the historical truth that Adam and Eve actually existed and were, in fact, the first human beings. Tim mentioned that such an interpretation of Scripture can be found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church and, as such, all catholics are bound to accept such a teaching. Where does the Catechism actually purport such a teaching (please provide the specific paragraph number as found in the Catechism)?

 

[Reginald_Plum]

Montana,

These links should answer your question about Adam and Eve in the catechism, including which paragraphs to look up. If you have any further questions or concerns that are not answered by these links, please contact Catholic Answers directly.

Recommended Reading:
Are the Old Testament stories myths?
Did the entire race come from one man and one woman?