Introduction to the Hebrew Bible and Genesis 1-11 Study Guide Flashcards

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering key theological concepts, creation accounts, Eden, the Flood narrative, Babel, and genealogies from Genesis 1-11 study guide.

Etiology

A story that explains the origin or cause of a particular feature or phenomenon in the world.

Anthropomorphism

The attribution of human characteristics, emotions, or behaviors to God.

Transcendence

The concept that God exists beyond and independent of the material universe.

Immanence

The concept that God is present within and involved with the created world and human history.

Covenant

A binding agreement or promise between God and humans that can be conditional or unconditional, often including promises, obligations, and a sign or symbol.

First Creation Account (Genesis 1:1-2:3)

An account where God creates all things over 6 days by speaking them into existence, portraying God as powerful and transcendent, with humanity created last in His image.

Second Creation Account (Genesis 2:4-25)

An account focusing on humanity and the Garden of Eden, portraying God in a personal, hands-on way forming Adam from dust, planting a garden, creating animals, and creating Eve.

Image of God (Genesis 1:27-28)

The status given to humans that provides them with greater power, importance, and authority over other creatures, representing God in the world with responsibility over creation.

Sabbath

The seventh day, when God rests from his work of creation, symbolizing a day of holiness and rest.

Etiologies in Genesis 3

Origin stories explaining why humans experience pain in childbirth, work for food, death, shame, conflict in relationships, and removal from the Garden of Eden.

Flood Narrative Re-Creation

The concept where the flood destroys much of the existing world due to human wickedness, allowing Noah and his family to restart humanity under God's command to "Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth."

Covenant with Noah (Genesis 9)

The promise God establishes with Noah and his descendants after the flood, promising never again to destroy the earth with a flood.

Tower of Babel Narrative (Genesis 11)

A story explaining why humanity is divided into different languages and scattered across the earth after trying to build a city and tower to the heavens to make a name for themselves.

Genealogies (Genesis 4-5, 10)

Textual records that connect different generations, show how humanity develops into families and nations, establish continuity between major figures, and organize Primeval History.

Pre-Flood Extreme Old Ages

Unusually long lifespans before the flood that emphasize the ancient and legendary character of early generations and establish a long history connecting Adam to Noah.