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Genesis 3:1 · KJV

"Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden?"

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Passage Context

1Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden?
2And the woman said unto the serpent, We may eat of the fruit of the trees of the garden:
3But of the fruit of the tree which is in the midst of the garden, God hath said, Ye shall not eat of it, neither shall ye touch it, lest ye die.

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Reflection Questions

1

What temptations do you face in your life?

2

How do you discern truth from deception?

3

When have you been misled by something that seemed appealing?

Life Application

temptation

Identify areas in your life where you struggle with temptation. Seek accountability from trusted friends.

discernment

Practice discernment by evaluating the motivations behind your choices.

People in This Verse

EveOT

The first woman created by God, representing the ideal companion for Adam. She plays a crucial role in the narrative of humanity's beginnings.

First appearance: Genesis 2:22

The SerpentOT

A cunning creature that represents temptation and deception. The serpent plays a pivotal role in the fall of humanity.

First appearance: Genesis 3:1

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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