Religious Studies - 5 - Christianity - Beliefs & Teachings - 176 - Creation - Genesis 3: The Fall Flashcards
What is the nature of humankind according to Christian belief?
People are made in the image of God but sinful and in need of God’s forgiveness.
This reflects the duality of human nature in Christian theology.
What is the purpose of humankind in the creation account?
To have ‘dominion’ or power over the earth, exercised through stewardship on God’s behalf.
Stewardship emphasizes responsibility and care for God’s creation.
What significant event is described in Genesis 3?
The ‘Fall’, when Adam and Eve are tempted by the devil to eat the fruit from the tree of knowledge.
This event marks a pivotal moment in Christian theology.
Who tempts Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden?
The devil in the form of a serpent.
The serpent’s role is crucial in the narrative of the Fall.
What claim does the serpent make about God’s prohibition on eating from the tree of knowledge?
That it would make Adam and Eve as knowledgeable as God.
This claim introduces doubt about God’s intentions.
What action does Eve take in response to the serpent’s temptation?
She eventually gives in to temptation, eats the fruit, and gives some to Adam.
This act signifies disobedience to God’s command.
What is the consequence of Adam and Eve’s actions?
They are sent out of the Garden of Eden and can no longer eat from the tree of life, leading to death entering the world.
The expulsion symbolizes the loss of innocence and eternal life.
What does the event of the Fall represent for Christians?
The point when the perfect relationship between humans and God was broken.
This event is foundational to the concept of original sin in Christianity.
What do most Christians believe about humans due to the Fall?
That all humans are born with ‘original sin’.
Original sin is a key doctrine in Christian theology regarding human nature.
Why was it necessary for Jesus to die on the cross according to Christian belief?
His death paid for human sin and restored the broken relationship with God.
This belief underlines the significance of Jesus’ sacrifice in Christian faith.
