The story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden is foundational in both Jewish and Christian traditions. For Christians, it represents Original Sin, explaining the need for salvation and baptism. For Jews, it embodies the tension between freedom and obedience, emphasizing humanity's role in exercising free will. Across traditions, this story marks the separation of humanity from God, the loss of paradise, and the introduction of death.

This retelling is directly based on original Hebrew texts and supported by ancient writings like the Book of Jubilees, the Life of Adam and Eve, the Testament of Adam, and the Dead Sea Scrolls. These sources present the Fall as more than disobedience; it's the start of a cosmic struggle explaining human mortality and the promise of redemption.

Adam is created from dust and divine breath, placed in Eden with Eve, and given dominion over creation. They receive one command: not to eat from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil, as it would bring death.

The serpent, often equated with Satan, tempts Eve to eat the fruit, promising wisdom. Eve shares with Adam, and their eyes open. They feel shame, cover themselves, and hide from God. When questioned, Adam blames Eve; Eve blames the serpent.

Judgment ensues: the serpent is cursed, the woman faces increased childbirth pain, and Adam must toil for survival. Despite judgment, there's mercy as God clothes them, symbolizing sacrifice. Banished from Eden, they live outside paradise with the hope of redemption.

By exploring the creation, serpent's role, consequences of the forbidden fruit, and exile from Eden, this retelling presents the Fall as the start of human history and a foundation for understanding sin, mortality, and salvation in the Bible.

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