Heaven and Earth

Genesis 1
Dr. Tim Mackie

Explore Genesis 1-11, the Psalms, and the biblical wisdom literature to understand how the biblical authors understood Heaven and Earth. This context will give richer meaning to Jesus’ words about the new creation.

14 Hours 25 Minutes
  1. The Meaning of Heaven and Earth
    Module 1
    Sessions 1-5
    The Meaning of Heaven and Earth
    Explore the meaning of the words “Heaven” and “Earth.” Spoiler alert: Our modern views are different from those of the biblical authors. Let’s dive in.
  2. Genesis 1 in Its Ancient Context
    Module 2
    Sessions 6-12
    Genesis 1 in Its Ancient Context
    Dive into the ancient context of Genesis 1 and explore some key Hebrew words and ancient cosmology accounts.
  3. The Literary Design of Genesis 1
    Module 3
    Sessions 13-15
    The Literary Design of Genesis 1
    The literary design and symmetry of Genesis 1 is some of the most exquisite in the Hebrew Bible. Let’s dive in!
  4. A Tour of the Cosmos
    Module 4
    Sessions 16-22
    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.
  5. The Unity of Heaven and Earth
    Module 5
    Sessions 23-26
    The Unity of Heaven and Earth
    See how the two realities of Heaven and Earth merge throughout the biblical story and explore fascinating topics like heavenly beings.
  6. Humans and Their Role in the Cosmos
    Module 6
    Sessions 27-29
    Humans and Their Role in the Cosmos
    Explore the identity and role of humanity in the biblical picture of the cosmos.
  7. Time and Eschatology in Genesis 1
    Module 7
    Sessions 30-31
    Time and Eschatology in Genesis 1
    Dive into time and eschatology in Genesis 1 and finish the class strong!
Keep Going!
Complete all sessions and quizzes to earn your certificate.