Difficult Questions About God, Justice and Human Nature in Genesis

I examine difficult questions raised by the Genesis stories of Eden, the flood and the Tower of Babel. These include why knowledge was forbidden, whether Adam and Eve could be held responsible without moral understanding, and what the stories suggest about death and divine justice. I also question how the serpent’s role, God’s regret, the destruction of humans and animals, and the confusion of languages fit with common Christian teachings about God’s knowledge, presence and compassion. Rather than offering a settled answer, I consider where the biblical narratives and later theological interpretations seem to create tensions. I invite readers to reflect on what these stories say about belief, responsibility and humanity.

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