Lesson 2 Flashcards
1
Q
What does the Hebrew word for Genesis mean?
A
In the beginning or at the beginning.
2
Q
What did God create the earth out of?
A
Nothing
3
Q
What are three theories in relation to the earths age?
A
a. Young earth theory
b. Re-creation theory/Pre Adamic gap theory
c. Day-age theory
4
Q
What is the form or genre of Genesis 1?
A
Poetry
5
Q
What generic Hebrew word for “god” can be used in either a singular or a plural fashion?
A
Elohim
6
Q
What are three possible explanations for the plural “let us” in Genesis 1:26?
A
a. The plural of deliberation
b. Claims it is the “royal”
c. Referring to God and His heavenly court
7
Q
How do a man and a woman reflect God in His image?
A
Collectively
8
Q
The entire creation of the cosmos is a backdrop for what?
A
The love story between God and His highest creation.
