5 Questions
What does the Hebrew word 'KAVASH' mean and how is it related to the story of creation?
KAVASH means 'subdue' in Hebrew and it relates to the story of creation as it signifies putting one’s feet onto something or taking possession of.
Describe the literary style of the creation story in Genesis.
The creation story in Genesis is written in POEM form, depicting an imaginary narrative with fictional characters and events.
Why is the number '7' significant in the story of creation?
In Hebrew, 7 is considered a PERFECT NUMBER and the seven-day pattern is repetitive throughout the story, symbolizing completeness and perfection.
What are the two different conclusions suggested by God's resting on the seventh day?
The two different conclusions suggested by God's resting on the seventh day are: 1. God can sit back and contemplate all of creation with joy and satisfaction. 2. God will leave it alone because it is complete and adequate for the creatures in it, especially.
List three specific events that occurred on different days of creation as mentioned in the text.
Three specific events mentioned in the text are: 1. 'Let there be light.' 2. The Separation of the waters. 3. The appearance of the dry land (earth)
Study Notes
The First Story of Creation
- The word "kavash" in Hebrew means "to put one's feet onto something" or "to take possession of".
- The story of creation is a fictional narrative, featuring imaginary characters and events, and is written in poem form.
- The story spans 7 days, with God resting on the 7th day.
The 7 Days of Creation
- Day 1: "Let there be light."
- Day 2: The separation of waters, with God creating a dome to separate the waters from the waters.
- Day 3: The appearance of the dry land (earth), with God gathering the waters under the sky into one place.
Significance of the Number 7
- In Hebrew, 7 is considered a perfect number.
- The seven-day pattern is repeated throughout the story, with repetitive phrases such as:
- "Thus evening came, and morning followed."
- "Let them be and there was."
- "God saw how good it was."
- The significance of God resting on the 7th day can be interpreted in two ways:
- God is able to sit back and contemplate all of creation with joy and satisfaction.
- God is leaving creation alone because it is complete and adequate for the creatures in it, especially humans.
Test your knowledge of the first story of creation from Genesis 1:1-31, 2:1-4a with this quiz. Explore the imagery and symbolism in the poem form, and journey through the 7 days of creation, where God rested on the 7th day. Delve into the Hebrew word "Kavash" and its meaning, as well as the imaginative characters and events in this fictional story.
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