What is the significance of the 'Creation of Adam'?
to focus attention humans dependence on God and how we are made in the image of God
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Catholic teaching reflected in the creation of Adam
Adam shown as ideal man=humanity is very good. God and Adam look similar=made in the image of God. Close hands=we long for a close relationship with God. God is with angels=majesty. Adam is close to God=humans have a special place in creation
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Controversy
Genesis 2 says Adam was made out of dust, not that God touched him. They are roughly the same size, suggests equality. God is shown as old, however he has no age, he is eternal
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How do pictures inspire people?
express ideas that cannot be put into words, help them understand their faith
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What moment does this painting represent?
when God makes Adam come to life, Adam depends on God for life
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Catholic teaching reflected in the creation of Adam
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Adam shown as ideal man=humanity is very good. God and Adam look similar=made in the image of God. Close hands=we long for a close relationship with God. God is with angels=majesty. Adam is close to God=humans have a special place in creation
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