The Fall of Man

After Creation

Creation Old Testament

What Happened

Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating the forbidden fruit from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. The serpent deceived Eve, and Adam willingly followed. Sin and death entered the world through their rebellion.

Biblical Significance

The Fall explains the origin of sin, suffering, and death. Genesis 3:15 contains the protoevangelium, the first promise of a coming Redeemer who would crush the serpent's head.

Quick Facts

Date
After Creation
Era
Creation
Testament
Old Testament
Key Verses
5
Key People
2

Key Characters

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