Old Testament
Book of Genesis
Genesis opens with creation, the fall, the flood and the scattering at Babel. It then follows Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Joseph, the family through whom God promises to bring blessing to every nation.
At a glance
Genesis key facts
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Chapters
- 50
- Author
- Traditionally attributed to Moses
- When it was written
- Traditionally during the time of Moses, around 1440 to 1400 BC
- Main theme
- Beginnings and God's promise to bless all nations
- Key verse
- Genesis 1:1
Summary
What is Genesis about?
Genesis opens with creation, the fall, the flood and the scattering at Babel. It then follows Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Joseph, the family through whom God promises to bring blessing to every nation.
Key verse
A key verse in Genesis
“In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.”
50 chapters
Genesis chapters
Read any chapter of Genesis in full, with verse-by-verse links.
Questions
Genesis: common questions
Who wrote the book of Genesis?
Traditionally attributed to Moses.
When was Genesis written?
Traditionally during the time of Moses, around 1440 to 1400 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis opens with creation, the fall, the flood and the scattering at Babel. It then follows Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Joseph, the family through whom God promises to bring blessing to every nation.
How many chapters are in Genesis?
Genesis has 50 chapters, in the Old Testament.
What is a key verse in Genesis?
Genesis 1:1: “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.” (KJV).
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