jan 1, 4000 BC - Creation of Adam
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The Creation of Adam marks the beginning of humanity in the Torah. Adam is formed by God from the dust of the earth and given the breath of life, showing that human beings are both physical and spiritual. From a Jewish perspective, Adam represents the first human created in the image of God, with moral responsibility, free will, and a special role in caring for creation. His story also introduces the themes of commandment, choice, sin, consequence, and exile from Eden.
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