Genesis Lesson 1: Creation

Read Chapters 1 and 2 of Genesis at one time without taking notes.  Download the following file before reading the chapters a second time. Summarize the verses using the chart provided in the file. The first entry is provided as an example.  Be sure to note any areas for further study.

Questions are given after the chart to help you look at the text more closely. Here are a few questions to get you started.

  • What purpose does Chapter 2 serve?
  • When do the events in Chapter 2 verses 4 through 22 occur?  Before or after day 7?
  • Is there a logic behind the order of creation?
  • What places are identified in Chapter 2?  Locate the places on a map.
  • If you knew where Eden was, how would it change your faith?
  • Do you think Adam was without Eve for a long time?  Why or why not?
  • What purpose do you believe Chapters 1 and 2 serve for Christianity?

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