Ge 1:1 Open questions

Ge 1:1 Open questions

Without being able to discern God's intended meaning, we have several 'open' questions concerning God's revelation.

1. Is there a creation mentioned in Ge 1:1 and a second creation mentioned in Ge 1:2 and following. See Gap theory

2. Are there seven levels or layers of creation between God and man, as per the Gnostic and Islamic doctrines, or is there only one creation with two natures:Heavenly/spiritual and earthly/physical?

3. Is there a contradiction between the creation account of Genesis 1 and that of Genesis 2?