Classroom•Heaven and Earth
Module 4

A Tour of the Cosmos

Explore the significance of each element of the cosmos, as understood by the ancient Israelites, to bring Genesis 1 into clearer focus.

3 Hours 26 Minutes
Begin Session 16
  1. The Waters Above and Below
    Session 16
    The Waters Above and Below
    Explore the meaning of biblical concepts like “the waters above” and “the deep.”
    23 Minutes
  2. The Dragon in the Waters
    Session 17
    The Dragon in the Waters
    Explore the tannin, the mythical sea dragon found throughout the Bible.
    30 Minutes
  3. The Dry Land
    Session 18
    The Dry Land
    Venture further into the biblical cosmos by exploring the meaning of the dry land.
    36 Minutes
  4. Reflections on Where All Creation Is Headed
    Session 19
    Reflections on Where All Creation Is Headed
    Engage with questions prompted by the class so far.
    30 Minutes
  5. Rivers of Life
    Session 20
    Rivers of Life
    Dive into the imagery and meaning surrounding rivers and springs in the biblical text.
    37 Minutes
  6. Jesus and Living Water
    Session 21
    Jesus and Living Water
    Jump ahead in the biblical story to the Gospel of John and explore how Jesus is the true source of life, the garden with rivers flowing out of him.
    21 Minutes
  7. Ancient Cosmology in Psalm 36
    Session 22
    Ancient Cosmology in Psalm 36
    Examine the psalmist’s use of ancient cosmology to expose the tensions between God’s love and God’s justice.
    26 Minutes
  8. Quiz
    A Tour of the Cosmos
    8 Questions