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Day 002 (Genesis 4-7) - Year 7

2025/1/2
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Tara Lee Cobble: 本集解读创世纪4-7章，重点讲述了该隐和亚伯的故事，以及该隐杀害亚伯的原因和后果。讲述中探讨了该隐妻子的来源，并解释了在早期人类社会中近亲结婚的可能性及原因，指出这与现代社会对近亲结婚的理解有所不同，因为早期人类基因突变较少。 此外，本集还深入探讨了创世纪第六章中提到的“神之子”和“尼腓林”，并结合马太福音22章和马可福音12章的相关内容，对“神之子”的含义进行了多种解读，其中一种流行的观点认为“神之子”指的是堕落天使，他们与人类女性结合生子，意图破坏弥赛亚的血统。 最后，本集讲述了上帝与诺亚立约，以及大洪水的故事，解释了大洪水可能是上帝为了清除堕落天使与人类结合的后代，保护弥赛亚血统的行动。本集还描述了诺亚方舟的巨大规模，并总结了创世纪前七章的主要内容，强调了上帝的主权和计划。 Tara Lee Cobble: 在对创世纪4-7章的解读中，Tara Lee Cobble 强调了圣经中对人类罪性、上帝主权以及上帝计划的描述。她指出，即使在神创造世界后宣告其美好并赐福人类之后，人类仍然是不完美的，无法达到神的标准，这在该隐杀害亚伯的故事中得到了体现。 对于该隐妻子的来源，她解释说，圣经指出全人类都起源于亚当和夏娃，因此该隐的妻子很可能是他的姐妹或侄女。她进一步解释说，在早期人类社会，近亲结婚并非像现代社会一样存在严重的遗传风险，因为那时人类基因突变较少。 关于创世纪第六章中提到的“神之子”和“尼腓林”，她提出了多种解读，并指出其中一种流行的观点认为“神之子”指的是堕落天使，他们与人类女性结合生子，意图破坏弥赛亚的血统。她认为，大洪水可能是上帝为了清除堕落天使与人类结合的后代，保护弥赛亚血统的行动。 最后，她总结说，创世纪的目的是让人们认识神，而非了解所有细节，并强调了上帝的主权和计划。

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Why did Cain murder Abel, and what does it reveal about human nature?

Cain murdered Abel due to the inherent sin nature inherited from their parents, Adam and Eve. This act demonstrates that humans, being imperfect, cannot live up to God's standard of perfection. Cain knew murder was wrong even before the Ten Commandments were given, indicating an innate understanding of morality and justice.

Where did Cain's wife come from, and how is this explained in the context of early humanity?

Cain's wife likely came from his siblings or nieces, as all humanity descended from Adam and Eve. Incest was not genetically dangerous at that time because Adam and Eve likely had no genetic mutations. God later banned incest when genetic mutations became a risk.

What is the significance of the term 'sons of God' in Genesis 6, and how does it relate to the Nephilim?

The term 'sons of God' in Genesis 6 refers to fallen angels who took human wives, resulting in the Nephilim, a crossbreed of angels and humans. This act may have been an attempt by fallen angels to corrupt the human bloodline and thwart God's plan for the Messiah.

Why did God preserve Noah's family during the flood?

God preserved Noah's family because their bloodline had not been infiltrated by fallen angels. This ensured the continuation of the human lineage and God's plan for redemption, particularly the future birth of the Messiah.

What were the dimensions of Noah's Ark, and how does it compare to modern structures?

Noah's Ark was one and a half football fields long, the width of a six-lane interstate, and as tall as a four-story building. Its size was sufficient to hold the necessary animals, likely the smallest versions of each species.

What does the flood narrative reveal about God's sovereignty?

The flood narrative highlights God's sovereignty by showing that nothing can thwart His will. Despite the enemy's attempts to corrupt the human bloodline, God preserved Noah's family and continued His plan to restore humanity's relationship with Him.

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