The Genesis Account of Creation: Seven Days of Divine Work
Genesis: The Book of Beginnings
The Book of Genesis, with its Hebrew title "Beginnings," serves as the foundational narrative for the Abrahamic religions. As the first book of the Torah, it chronicles numerous new beginnings, including the creation of the world.
The Seven Days of Creation
According to the biblical account in Genesis chapters 1 and 2, the creation of the universe transpired over seven distinct days:
- Day 1: Light
- Day 2: The heavens and waters
- Day 3: The earth, seas, and vegetation
- Day 4: The sun, moon, and stars
- Day 5: Birds and fish
- Day 6: Animals and humans
- Day 7: Rest and blessing
Literal vs. Non-Literal Days
The concept of literal six-day creation has been a subject of debate throughout history. This article refrains from addressing the literal or non-literal interpretation of the creation days.
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