Genesis As the first book of the Bible, Genesis lays the foundation for a biblical worldview. A correct understanding of the vast topics covered is imperative to one’s understanding of the scriptures. Genesis was thought to have been written by Moses around 1445 BC (Hidson & Towns, p. 35 / Zodhiates, Spiros, and James Strong, p. 1) and is the first of the five books of the Pentateuch. It covers a vast amount of topics, namely The Creation (Ch. 1-2), Mankind’s Fall (Ch. 3), Wickedness, the Flood, and Noah’s Covenant (Ch. 4-10), Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Ishmael (Ch. 12-50), and Joseph (Ch. 37-50). As Hidson & Towns note, Genesis provided Israel with the understanding of her history (p. 37) and continues to lay the foundational history of the Christian Faith. Of great importance …show more content…
At the end of chapter three the account of two women, each claiming ownership of a single child, is recorded. Solomon’s answer to their dispute, “divide the child in half,” resulted in the revelation of the true mother. Upon hearing this ruling of the king, the nation of Israel respected their king as they saw the wisdom of God within him. Solomon would go on to build the Temple there in Jerusalem, fulfilling the promise God gave to David, and would eventually bring the Ark of the Covenant into it. Solomon’s wisdom and righteous ruling led to his prosperity, but in chapter 11 we see Solomon given over to the “love of many women.” Through this it displeased God, and eventually led to the demise and death of Solomon (vs 43). Throughout his life, Solomon is believed to have written Song of Solomon, Proverbs (majority), and Ecclesiastes. His proverbs are still studied and can readily be applied to our lives today. Additionally important is the lesson learned that no one, regardless of wisdom or understanding, is free from earthly temptations. We all must guard ourselves so that we do not give way unto sin.