This week the required reading is Genesis 1-2:4a. That's right we're starting from the beginning. I don't know if any of you know this but the scholars have decided that there are four sources, or particular points of view that are written in the OT. These are divided up by the capital letters J, E, D, and P. Both J and E use human characteristics to describe God. Think of anger, compassion, and thinking. And they also deal with God's use of natural phenomena. Think of plagues, storms, and floods. Apparently, it can be a little difficult to separate them and I wouldn't worry about it too much but it's good to know. J is interested in stories of how a place got it's name and how certain customs came about.
The D "writer" teaches a special theology of history( which I haven't learned about yet) and P contains long genealogies and instruction for worship. P is also big on miracles.
What you need to know is that P author has written what the section we're supposed to read.
So get reading and check back tomorrow. I'll have some really neat observations to report. And... I want to hear yours.
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