The Book of Genesis is the first book of the Bible, which is called the Hebrew Torah. This foundational narrative is the bedrock for both Judaism and Christianity. It begins with God’s creation of the world, recounting the origins of the heavens, earth, and all living things. Genesis then explores the early history of humanity, detailing the stories of Adam and Eve, Noah and the flood, and the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. Through these accounts, God revealed the major themes of creation, man’s sin, His covenant with men, His divine promises to redeem us, which then establishes the key theological concepts that shape the rest of the Bible. Genesis gives us timeless narratives that not only explain the beginnings of the world, but also sets the stage for God’s ongoing relationship with His people through the Messiah.
