Study Tools
Hebrew & Greek
We are not going to use Hebrew and Greek to sound impressive. We are going to use them only when they help us understand the Bible better.
Genesis 1–5 word studies
Bereshit
“In the beginning.” The opening word of Genesis.
Bara
“Created.” Used of God's creative work.
Elohim
The majestic name for God in Genesis 1.
Ezer
“Helper.” Used of Eve in Genesis 2 and often used of God as helper.
Zera
“Seed.” Important in Genesis 3:15 and the promise of redemption.
Noah
Connected with rest or comfort in Genesis 5.