Biblical Studies: Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden
The eating of the Tree of Knowledge and Cain killing Abel were watershed events in the world’s history. This course will explore the enigmatic "twin sins," and show their application to modern times.
Buy all the programs together in 1 set!
Order the set of 4 CDs or one Zip file containing the MP3 files for the following programs:
- Lesson 1: Creation of Adam and Eve
- Lesson 2: The Commandment and the Sin
- Lesson 3: The Punishments
- Lesson 4: Cain and Abel
Lesson 1: Creation of Adam and Eve
The Biblical narrative of the creation of Adam and Eve gives us insight into the very definition and essence of the Human Being, of Man and Woman, and the relationship between them. This lesson will explore the Creator's perspective on who we are, as well as an understanding of our strengths and weaknesses.
1 hour, 30 minutes, 55 seconds
Lesson 2: The Commandment and the Sin
G-d commanded Adam and Eve not to eat from the "Tree of Knowledge". What exactly is a "Tree of Knowledge? Why did G-d prohibit the consumption of its fruit? Who was the "serpent"? What was it about the fruit of this tree that so enticed Adam and Eve to violate G-d's commandment? What effect did this sin have on Humanity? A probe into the first blunder in history will give us an understanding of the dynamics of knowledge, evil, temptation, sin, free choice, repentance and destiny
1 hour, 14 minutes, 25 seconds
Lesson 3: The Punishments
We will examine the accusation, the defense, the trial and the verdict in history's first "criminal" case. This will give us a better grasp of the severity of the transgression and what would be the challenge of future generations to correct the catastrophic effects it had.
1 hour, 14 minutes, 04 seconds
Lesson 4: Cain and Abel
Adam and Eve start a family, but something goes terribly wrong. Cain kills Abel, thus destroying a quarter of mankind. What more do we know about the criminal and the victim? What was the motive in the first homicide/genocide in history? What lessons can be learned from this bizarre episode?
1 hour, 14 minutes, 34 seconds
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