Authorship and Division of Genesis

By: Mike Mazzalongo Posted: January, 2014

This second lesson will examine the various theories about the authorship of Genesis and it's natural and imposed divisions.

Discussion Questions

Explain the difference between "higher critics" and "textual scholars" and state why higher criticism is the weaker of the two methods for interpreting scripture.
Summarize the three theories for the authorship of Genesis and defend why Moses is the author.
Summarize the two overview divisions of Genesis: Chapters 1-11 and Chapters 12-50.
Explain the generational division of Genesis.
What is the key point from each of the following references of Genesis by Jesus and their significance?
How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?