Millions for centuries--and into our own time, read Genesis 2 and the creation of Adam from the dust as referring only to his body--but then he receives the "breath of life" from God and becomes a living soul--special and above the animals, who are only beasts who perish. Here is a free link to my notes in PDF form you can download: https://jamestabor.com/AdamSoul Here is a link to my translation of Genesis: https://jamestabor.com/TaborGenesis