Genesis
Purpose
Records the origins of the world, humanity, sin, and the nation of Israel through the lives of the patriarchs.
Author
Traditionally Moses
Time Period
Written c. 1440-1400 BC; events span creation to c. 1800 BC
Key Themes
- Creation
- The Fall
- Covenant
- Promise
- Providence
Outline
Primeval history (ch. 1-11): creation, fall, flood, nations. Patriarchal history (ch. 12-50): Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph.