STUDY GUIDE FOR READING ASSIGNMENT 1

Calvin's Commentary on Genesis, chapter 1

REVIEW QUESTIONS:

1. What does Calvin say about the theory that the use of the plural noun Elohim clearly refers to the triune nature of God?

2. How does Calvin understand the meaning of the phrase "without form and void" (in Hebrew: tohu and bohu) in Genesis 1:2?

3. What is the significance of the fact that light and darkness preceded the creation of the sun and the moon, according to Calvin?

4. Does Calvin believe that the whole work of creation was completed in a moment?

5. How does Calvin understand the word "firmament" (in Hebrew: rakia) in Genesis 1:6?

6. What is Calvin's view of the meaning of the "image of God" in man?

7. What is Calvin's view of which aspects of man were affected by the Fall?