Old Testament · Torah (Pentateuch)

Genesis

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Foundations of creation, fall, covenant, and promise.

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Canon Old Testament
Group Torah (Pentateuch)
Hebrew Bible Torah
Chapters 50
Intro
Author
Moses is traditionally associated with the book.
Context
From creation through the patriarchs.
Timing
Old Testament era
Location
Ancient Near East / Israel and surrounding nations
Audience
Israel and later covenant readers
Thread
Foundations of creation, fall, covenant, and promise.

Genesis belongs to Torah (Pentateuch); in Hebrew Bible categories, Torah.

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