The first we read of God is that he is a creator.
When he finally makes man and woman, he is a gardener.
How we understand all of scripture depends on our perspective of God.
If he is a judge and jury all of scripture becomes a treatise about crime, punishment, & negotiations.
I choose to read scripture viewing God as a Father to all of His creation. He is a Dad who wants the best for His children.
Reading from that perspective, even Eden and the "Fall" changes from about sin and punishment to compassion and protection.
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