THE PRIMEVAL HISTORY
STUDY GUIDE 2.1
Lesson 2: Paradise Lost & Found (Gen. 2:4–3:24)
Section 1: Literary Structure


OUTLINE FOR NOTES

Introduction

I. Literary Structure

A. Overview

  1. In Garden

  2. Condition Enhanced

  3. Condition Cursed

  4. Out of Garden

B. Symmetry (6:29)

  1. Beginning and Ending

  2. Middle Portions

REVIEW QUESTIONS

1. Indicate the way Dr. Pratt divides Genesis 2:4-3:24 and give the titles. Explain the main content of each section.

2. Explain the contrasts between the first and last of the four sections (Genesis 2.4-17 / Genesis 3.22-24).

3. Explain the contrasts between the two middle portions of this passage (Genesis 2.18-25 / Genesis 3.1-21).



APPLICATION QUESTIONS

1. What can we learn about temptation from Genesis 2:4-3:24?

2. How do you see yourself struggling with the same temptations that Adam and Eve faced? What can you learn from the Genesis account to help resist temptation?

3. What can we learn about the effects of the Fall and sin from Genesis 2:4-3:24? Mention all the different relations that were affected.

4. How do you see manifestations of the consequences of the Fall in our contemporary world? Give examples.