This chapter shares the story of Adam’s lineage through Seth. A few interesting things: – the life span of man decreased, with the exception of Kenan, slightly improved but in general was a downward trend. – Notable mention is Enoch. For the first time it’s...
This chapter tells a story of the first murder. Cain, Adam’s son, killed his brother Abel, over anger and “jealousy” that his offering was not accepted. There were many theories flying around, why Cain’s offering was not accepted but Abel’s. For example...
Genesis 3 is one of the cornerstone chapters in Christianity and the foundation of its dogma. It’s hard to interpret. Short story: Satan tempted Adam and Eve to disobey God and they ate the forbidden fruit, resulting in the broken relationship with God. Followed by consequences and...
Three fundamental things in life were instituted in this chapter. Perhaps, if we know the origin, our perspective may be freshen. God rested (Shabath) on day 7. God is not bound by time, there’s no days in his realms, neither he felt tired or weary that he needed rest. The rest is...
Genesis 1 is one of the most studied, debated, argued chapter scholarly, along with others, for example John 1. The question of the beginning is always an existential one and is one of the foundations of the meaning of life. Practically, here are my notes: God himself is an indetermine...
