The Call to Life: Vocation and Creation

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Questions and Answers

What does the term 'eden' originally mean in Hebrew?

Garden

Fertile plain

Delight (correct)

Paradise

According to the commentary, what is the purpose of the garden in Eden?

To teach humans about agriculture

To provide a paradise for the human race

To symbolize human accomplishment

To serve as a pleasure park for God (correct)

What is the literal meaning of the Latin verb 'voco'?

To define

To create

To summon (correct)

To form

What is noted as the first step in tending to life and the world?

To express gratitude and appreciation Signup and view all the answers

How does the commentary relate Hebrew and Greek translations of 'eden'?

Hebrew means 'delight' and Greek relates to 'paradise' Signup and view all the answers

In Genesis 2:7, what material does God use to form man?

Dust of the ground Signup and view all the answers

What ultimately delights God, according to the discussion?

The gratitude and care of humanity for his gifts Signup and view all the answers

What significant act does God perform to give life to the human being?

He breathes into his nostrils Signup and view all the answers

What do the Hebrew words 'adam' and 'adama' signify in the context of creation?

Human being and ground Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of Eden is emphasized in the commentary as relevant to humans?

It is strictly a divine domain Signup and view all the answers

What geographical origin is associated with the name 'Eden'?

Southern Mesopotamia Signup and view all the answers

How does the Israelites' understanding of human beings differ from the Greek perspective?

They do not separate body and soul Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between value and care mentioned in the discussion?

Care comes from what we appreciate and value Signup and view all the answers

What key concept is applied when God breathes life into the human being?

Vocation as a summon Signup and view all the answers

What does the New American Bible suggest about God’s role in the creation of man?

He is like a potter molding clay Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the creation of man as described in Genesis 2:7?

God created man in isolation from the ground. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Call to Life

The word "vocation" comes from the Latin word "voco" which means "to call."
The creation story in Genesis 2:7 is about the formation of the human being.
God formed the human being from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life.
In Hebrew, "adam" signifies both "human being" and "ground," suggesting a connection between humanity and the earth.
God's act of breathing life into the human being represents a call to life and an active presence in the world.
The Garden of Eden is a place of delight for God, not for humanity. It's a place where humans are called to tend and care for.
The Hebrew word "eden" translates to "delight," suggesting a place of pleasure for God.
The Greek translation of "eden" as "paradise" reflects the concept of the garden as a place of pleasure and beauty.
The human being's active presence in the world is intended to please God.
Gratitude and appreciation are essential for tending to life and the world, as they lead to cherishing and valuing creation.
By cherishing and valuing God's gifts, we fulfill our purpose in bringing delight to him.

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Description

Explore the profound connection between vocation and the creation story in Genesis. This quiz delves into the biblical narrative of humanity's formation, the meaning of 'eden', and our purpose in the Garden of Eden. Discover how gratitude plays a role in our relationship with the divine.