What kind of Book is Genesis?

The book of Genesis is the theologically-interpreted, historical memory of Israel.

What is the Purpose of Genesis?

The book of Genesis describes the origin, identity, and blessing of God’s chosen people.

What are the main themes of Genesis?

The book of Genesis circles around the ideas of God’s blessing and curse set alongside humanity’s acts of good & evil.

The book of Genesis narrows our focus from the universe as a whole to a specific people who have a specific relationship with God.