Genesis

The book of Genesis tells the story of creation, from God creating the universe and the first humans, Adam and Eve, to the early history of humanity, including the story of Noah and the great flood. The book then focuses on the story of Abraham, who is called by God to be the father of a great nation, and his descendants, including Isaac and Jacob. The story of Jacob's 12 sons, including Joseph, who is sold into slavery in Egypt but rises to become a powerful leader, is also told. The book concludes with the story of Jacob's death and the promise of God to his descendants, and the death of Joseph, who asks his brothers to take his bones with them when they leave Egypt.