Journey Through Genesis 1-11نموونە

Rebellion & Consequences: Behind the Text

Serpents had magical associations in the ancient world, often viewed as the source of social and celestial chaos. The Bible reveals the devil as a serpent who will one day be crushed. A wall in Egypt tells a similar story.

Serpents in Ancient Mythology

This vessel from the time of Abraham was found near the Arabian Peninsula in a place called Tarut.

Here is a ritual stand from ancient Palestine during the time of Joshua and the Judges.

This limestone snake from the 6th century BC comes from Athens.

This bronze snake from Pompeii is from the 1st century AD.

Snake Symbolism in the Ancient Near East

Crushing the Head of the Chaos Serpent—Steve Wunderink