The Book of Genesis

Gain a brand new perspective on the first book of the Old Testament with this brilliant and fascinating course that examines the true purpose and message of The Book of Genesis.

Overview

Course No. 6234

This 24-lecture course offers:

• Line-by-line literary analysis of Genesis’ key passages
• Historical context of ancient Israel and the Near East
• Comparative studies with other ancient texts
• Fresh insights into authorship and meaning

What You’ll Discover:

✓ Why Genesis contains two creation stories
✓ How to read Genesis as ancient Hebrews would have
✓ The significance of covenants in biblical theology
✓ Literary patterns and structures throughout the text
✓ Connections between Genesis and Egyptian culture

Video Lectures

Section 1: Creation & Early History

01-03: Creation Accounts (32-35 min)
Comparing Genesis 1 and 2-3

04-06: Historical Context (31-32 min)
Ancient Israel and the JEDP theory

07-08: Flood & Covenant (31 min each)
Noah’s story and God’s promise

Section 2: Patriarchal Narratives

09-12: Abraham’s Journey (31 min each)
From calling to the binding of Isaac

13-15: Literary Patterns (31-32 min)
Barren women, younger sons, and structure

16: Bible Translations (31 min)
Understanding different versions

Section 3: Jacob & Joseph

17-19: Jacob’s Story (31 min each)
Deceptions, dreams, and divine encounters

20-23: Joseph in Egypt (31 min each)
From pit to prison to power

Conclusion

24: Genesis as a Whole (29 min)
Final analysis and connections to Exodus