Old Testament
Genesis
The book of Genesis is the first book of the Bible and is considered to be one of the five books of Moses, also known as the Pentateuch. It is primarily concerned with the creation of the world, the first humans (Adam and Eve), and the early history of humankind. The first 11 chapters of Genesis...
Man and woman are one flesh (Genesis 2:24)
The content of this passage describes the establishment of the institution of marriage and the creation of a new family unit. It sets forth the foundational principle that when a man and a woman enter into the covenant of marriage, they are to leave their parents and become united, both physically...
Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:1-16)
The story of Cain and Abel is the first following right after the events of the fall. The story of the fall is full of despair and fear of the uncertain future. Humanity lost everything: relationships (God and among themselves), home, and future. However, here a new story begins with a bright and...
Cain's Descendants (Genesis 4:17-24)
This passage traces the lineage of Cain after he is driven away. The passage shows both cultural advancement and increasing moral corruption. Cain builds a city (עִיר [‘ir]) and names it after his son Enoch (חֲנוֹךְ [ḥanokh], “dedicated”). This act reflects a shift toward establishing identity,...