Bereishit in Hebrew
The book of Genesis, known as Bereishit in Hebrew, is the first book of the Torah. It serves as the foundational text of the Jewish faith and provides an account of the origins of the universe, humanity, and the chosen people of Israel.
It begins with the story of creation, in which God brings the world into existence over a period of six days. The book then recounts the story of Adam and Eve’s disobedience, their expulsion from the Garden of Eden, and the subsequent consequences of their actions.
It covers stories of faith, obedience, sin, and redemption, focusing on the lives of significant figures such as Adam and Eve, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. The book lays the foundation for the Israelites’ understanding of their identity, their relationship with God, and their eventual journey towards the Promised Land.
