Garden of Eden

Also known as: Eden, Paradise

Modern name: Unknown (traditionally near southern Iraq)

Mesopotamia Old Testament

The Garden of Eden represents God's original intent for humanity: perfect fellowship with Him in a paradise of abundance. Its loss through sin sets the stage for the entire biblical narrative of redemption.

About Garden of Eden

The paradisiacal garden created by God as the original home for Adam and Eve. It was watered by a river that divided into four branches and contained the Tree of Life and the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil.

Biblical Significance

The Garden of Eden represents God's original intent for humanity: perfect fellowship with Him in a paradise of abundance. Its loss through sin sets the stage for the entire biblical narrative of redemption.

Geographic Location

Latitude

31.0000°

Longitude

47.0000°

Known today as: Unknown (traditionally near southern Iraq)

Quick Facts

Region
Mesopotamia
Testament
Old Testament
Modern Name
Unknown (traditionally near southern Iraq)
Key Verses
4
Coordinates
31.00°, 47.00°
Other Names
2

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