Young Earth Creationists (YEC) believe that the Earth and all life on it were created by God in a relatively short time, typically around 6,000 to 10,000 years ago. They interpret the Bible, particularly the book of Genesis, literally, viewing the creation story as a factual account of how the universe came into existence. YEC often reject scientific theories such as evolution and the Big Bang, arguing that these ideas contradict their interpretation of scripture. They promote alternative explanations for geological and biological phenomena, emphasizing a belief in divine creation over natural processes.