1. Genesis
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1. Genesis (The Choice: Vol.1)
Noah Category: Obedience under ridicule & perseverance Could avoid: Live in corruption like others.“The LORD saw how great the wickedness of the human race had become.” (Genesis 6:5)Cross-Refs: Matthew 24:37–39; 2 Peter 2:5. Chose: Obeyed God’s command to build the ark.“Noah did everything just as God commanded him.” (Genesis 6:22)Cross-Refs:…
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1. Genesis (The Choice: Vol.2)
Cain Category: Failure of worship & jealousy Could endure: Offer acceptable worship like Abel.“By faith Abel brought God a better offering than Cain did.” (Hebrews 11:4)Cross-Refs: Genesis 4:4; Proverbs 15:8. Chose wrongly: Gave an unacceptable offering, then murdered his brother.“Now Cain said to his brother Abel, ‘Let’s go out to…
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Genesis: Creation, Covenant, and the Promise of Blessing – A Doctrinal Comparison between Judaism and Christianity
1. Introduction Genesis, the first book of the Torah/Pentateuch, serves as the foundational narrative for both Judaism and Christianity. It details the origins of the cosmos, humanity, sin, and God’s covenant with Abraham—the progenitor of Israel. While both religions revere Genesis as sacred Scripture, their doctrinal emphases diverge, especially concerning…
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Article 3: Abraham and Lot: Conflict and Separation in Genesis 13
1. Introduction The narrative of Abraham and Lot’s conflict in Genesis 13 provides an early biblical example of dispute resolution within familial and communal contexts. This episode highlights themes of stewardship, peace-making, and divine providence. This article offers an exegetical analysis of the passage and reflects on its theological and…
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Genesis (Bible Translation History)
1. Chronological Evolution of Bible Translations Ancient Translations (Before 5th Century CE) Septuagint (LXX): The Greek translation made Genesis accessible to Hellenistic Jews and early Christians. The rendering of the creation narrative and genealogical structures influenced early theological development, especially concerning divine sovereignty and covenant. Peshitta: The Syriac version preserved…
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1. Genesis (Bible Summary)
The Beginning of God’s Creation and the Patriarchs Introduction:Genesis is the first book of the Bible and the Pentateuch, traditionally attributed to Moses. It covers the creation of the world, the beginnings of humanity, the history of Israel’s ancestors, and the covenantal promises God made with key figures like Abraham,…
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1. Genesis (Bible Overview)
(1) Book Information 1.1 Title and Definition 1.2 Authorship and Context 1.3 Literary and Thematic Features 1.4 Canonical and Interconnected Significance (2) Characters 2.1 Main Figures and Their Roles 2.2 Roles in Theological Framework (3) Background 3.1 Geographical, Historical, and Cultural Context 3.2 Broader Context and Practices (4) Theological and…
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1. Genesis (Prefiguring Jesus)
Foreshadowing Jesus in the Book of Genesis 1. Introduction: Overview of the Book and Its Foreshadowing Themes 2. Historical and Theological Context 3. Narrative Structure and Christ-Centred Motifs 4. Typology and Symbols of Christ 5. Messianic Prophecies and Previews 6. Theological and Christological Significance 7. Redemptive Legacy and Christian Application…