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Genesis
The Book of Beginnings
Old Testament · Pentateuch
Summary
Not intended to provide a complete history of man from the creation to Joseph. The selection of material indicates that Moses wished to describe the major events that led up to the formation of Israel as a nation. Genesis goes beyond the mere historical facts to explain Israel's birth and existence from God's point of view. Genesis prepares the way to understand God's program for Israel throughout the Old Testament.
Outline
God's Dealings With All Mankind
Chapters 1-11| Creation | 1-2 | The beginning of the universe - 1:1-2:3 The beginning of humanity - 2:4-25 |
| Fall | 3-4 | The beginning of sin - 3:1-6:8 |
| Flood | 5-9 | The new beginning with Noah - 6:9-11:26 |
| Confusion | 10-11 |
God's Dealings With Abraham's Family
Chapters 12-50| Abraham | 12-23 | The chosen one |
| Isaac | 24-26 | The promised son |
| Jacob | 27-36 | The blessed deceiver |
| Joseph | 37-50 | The mistreated deliverer |
Resources
Audio Lessons
Part 1: genesis