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Genesis 2:19 · KJV

"And out of the ground the LORD God formed every beast of the field, and every fowl of the air; and brought them unto Adam to see what he would call them: and whatsoever Adam called every living creature, that was the name thereof."

King James Version

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Passage Context

17But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt not eat of it: for in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die.
18And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him.
19And out of the ground the LORD God formed every beast of the field, and every fowl of the air; and brought them unto Adam to see what he would call them: and whatsoever Adam called every living creature, that was the name thereof.
20And Adam gave names to all cattle, and to the fowl of the air, and to every beast of the field; but for Adam there was not found an help meet for him.
21And the LORD God caused a deep sleep to fall upon Adam, and he slept: and he took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh instead thereof;

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view your role in caring for creation?

2

What does it mean for you to name or define things in your life?

3

When have you felt a connection to nature?

Life Application

creation

Consider how you can be a steward of the environment. Engage in activities that promote conservation.

identity

Reflect on the names or labels you give to yourself and others. Are they positive or negative?

People in This Verse

AdamOT

The first man created by God, Adam is placed in the Garden of Eden to tend to it. He represents humanity's role in creation.

First appearance: Genesis 2:7

Places in This Verse

Garden of Eden

The paradise where Adam and Eve lived, a place of perfection and direct communion with God.

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