Flesh Quote by Anonymous
““ge.2.21 And the LORD God caused a deep sleep to fall upon Adam, and he slept: and he took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh instead thereof; ge.2.22 And the rib, which the LORD God had taken from man, made he a woman, and brought her unto the man.† ge.2.23 And Adam said, This is now bone of my bones, and flesh of my flesh: she shall be called Woman, because she was taken out of Man.† ge.2.24 Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh. ge.2.25 And they were both naked, the man and his wife, and were not ashamed.””
About This Quote
Source Bible: Genesis 2:21-25 (King James Version)
The passage describes the creation of woman from Adam's rib, emphasizing shared identity and the foundation of marriage as a union of one flesh.
In simple terms: God creates woman from Adam, establishing marriage as a deep, shared bond.
Key Takeaway
Recognize marriage as a partnership of equal identity.
Themes
creation
union
identity
marriage
relationship
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
scriptural
philosophical
When to use this quote
- wedding vows
- counseling sessions
- family rituals
- relationship education
Key Concepts
theology
anthropology
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this story shape your view of partnership?
- What does “one flesh” mean to you today?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations may differ on gender roles and literal vs. symbolic reading.
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