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Adam

The first man, created by God in his image, whose disobedience brought sin and death into the world.

God formed Adam from the dust, breathed life into him, and placed him in Eden to work and keep it. Adam named the animals and was given Eve as his companion.

Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating the forbidden fruit, bringing sin, shame, and death. Paul contrasts Adam with Christ, the ‘last Adam,’ who brings life.

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Genesis 2:7 “Then the LORD God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed the breath of life into his nostrils, and the man became a living being.” Genesis 1:27 “So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.”

Original BibleDawn entry. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.