Important People in Genesis
Across
- 2. the mother of several of Jacob's sons, including Judah
- 3. chosen by God to build the ark
- 4. known for being righteous and offering an acceptable sacrifice to God
- 6. early life was marked by favoritism, betrayal by his brothers, and being sold into slavery in Egypt
- 8. became the ancestor of the righteous line of humanity
- 11. The first human created by God
- 12. her story highlights the consequences of favoritism and the importance of trusting in God's plans
- 15. his story serves as a warning against jealousy, anger, and the consequences of sin
- 16. known for her beauty and for giving birth in her old age
- 18. considered the father of the Arab nations
- 19. brother of Rebekah
Down
- 1. beloved wife of Jacob, known for her beauty and as the mother of Joseph and Benjamin
- 5. created by God from one of Adam's ribs
- 6. his story illustrates the themes of redemption, repentance, and the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions
- 7. father of the tribe from which King Saul and the Apostle Paul descended
- 9. became a surrogate mother for Sarah
- 10. born holding onto his twin brother Esau's heel
- 13. known for selling his birthright for a bowl of stew
- 14. Called the "Father of Faith" and friend of God
- 17. was born to Abraham and Sarah in their old age
- 19. Nephew of Abraham