Adam
The timeworn story of man's downfall.49 total reviews
Comment from lancellot
Very interesting way of retelling the old tale. I have always found that story odd. I get that it has been told and retold, passed down and reinterpreted a zillion times. I do wish I knew what the original story was like. Oh, well, I guess we will never know.
Well done.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Very interesting way of retelling the old tale. I have always found that story odd. I get that it has been told and retold, passed down and reinterpreted a zillion times. I do wish I knew what the original story was like. Oh, well, I guess we will never know.
Well done.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Thank you for your review.
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
The story may be old but it holds the truth of who and why we are. The metaphoric apple stands for the temptations we are faced with each day and the story reminds us of the consequences of our actions and why we should not bow to temptation.
Ralf
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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The story may be old but it holds the truth of who and why we are. The metaphoric apple stands for the temptations we are faced with each day and the story reminds us of the consequences of our actions and why we should not bow to temptation.
Ralf
Comment Written 20-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Thank you for your eloquent review comments.
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My answer to an eloquent poem.
Comment from Susan Newell
I like your use of a straightforward, direct and short poem to tell the story of Adam and Eve and to the future that is our immutable destiny. Well done.
I always wish that more people understood that the apple was not from the tree of knowledge, but from the tree of knowledge of good and evil. That's the most important part of the story. Too often the tale ends with knowledges, implying humans were never meant to know anything.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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I like your use of a straightforward, direct and short poem to tell the story of Adam and Eve and to the future that is our immutable destiny. Well done.
I always wish that more people understood that the apple was not from the tree of knowledge, but from the tree of knowledge of good and evil. That's the most important part of the story. Too often the tale ends with knowledges, implying humans were never meant to know anything.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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That is because when it comes to the Bible and bible knowledge, too many of us are sadly lacking.
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I have to agree. Children
used to learn to read from the Bible. We do well to return to that practice.
Comment from irishauthorme
Do not have a six left, but this deserved one! Yes, a story as old as time, but so many lessons here, if one reads the lines, between the lines and then even beyond the lines!
Satan, ever jealous of God, assumes many guises to deceive us, often sneaking up on us even though we think we are on guard.
irish
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Do not have a six left, but this deserved one! Yes, a story as old as time, but so many lessons here, if one reads the lines, between the lines and then even beyond the lines!
Satan, ever jealous of God, assumes many guises to deceive us, often sneaking up on us even though we think we are on guard.
irish
Comment Written 20-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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How right you are. When we think we are on top of things is when we are relaxed and most vulnerable to attack.
Comment from royowen
Yes, even though Adam and Eve were deceived and tempted by the devil, God had already put in place His master plan, that He Himself would come as flesh, born of a virgin, die so that Adam and Eve could be redeemed. This is beautifully written my friend, God has always been in control, and the battle was and is already won. Well done, skilfully written and presented Bro, well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Yes, even though Adam and Eve were deceived and tempted by the devil, God had already put in place His master plan, that He Himself would come as flesh, born of a virgin, die so that Adam and Eve could be redeemed. This is beautifully written my friend, God has always been in control, and the battle was and is already won. Well done, skilfully written and presented Bro, well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 20-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Thank you my brother.
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A pleasure
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Not only do we have an instruction book, The Bible, we have a direct line to God through prayer and we still as God's children choose not not pay attention. I don't get it. Thank you for sharing this poem and true, we need to hear this story over an over again.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Not only do we have an instruction book, The Bible, we have a direct line to God through prayer and we still as God's children choose not not pay attention. I don't get it. Thank you for sharing this poem and true, we need to hear this story over an over again.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Thank you Barbara, Your kind encouragement means the world to me.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
I enjoyed your poetic retelling of this important event. Your lines flow smoothly with good rhymes and great imagery. You are right that many know this story. However, all do need to be reminded that there is evil everywhere and we must constantly be on guard and rely on our faith.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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I enjoyed your poetic retelling of this important event. Your lines flow smoothly with good rhymes and great imagery. You are right that many know this story. However, all do need to be reminded that there is evil everywhere and we must constantly be on guard and rely on our faith.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 20-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Thank you Jan. Your thoughts are always welcome with me.
Comment from Mary Vigasin
Very well-written and an important reminder not to be easily led. We need to keep our faith strong and recognize when temptation is leading us away from His teachings.
Good job in writing and your message.
Regards
Mary
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Very well-written and an important reminder not to be easily led. We need to keep our faith strong and recognize when temptation is leading us away from His teachings.
Good job in writing and your message.
Regards
Mary
Comment Written 20-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Thank you Mary. It is considered a privilege for me to hear from someone as wise and talented as you.
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Thank you. I appreciate your kind words.
Best wishes,
Mary
Comment from Pantygynt
This account is often referred to as 'The Fall'. It is after all one of the key points in the bible story, so you have no need for apology when retelling it.. What follows is only there because of this moment and paints an increasingly bleak picture of mankind developing to wards the ultimate nadir - nadir - the crucifixion that miraculously becomes the second great biblical moment moment, depicted in the miracle plays as the Harrowing of Hell, that is the counterbalance of the Fall - the Resurrection and ultimately Ascension
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reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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This account is often referred to as 'The Fall'. It is after all one of the key points in the bible story, so you have no need for apology when retelling it.. What follows is only there because of this moment and paints an increasingly bleak picture of mankind developing to wards the ultimate nadir - nadir - the crucifixion that miraculously becomes the second great biblical moment moment, depicted in the miracle plays as the Harrowing of Hell, that is the counterbalance of the Fall - the Resurrection and ultimately Ascension
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
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Your wisdom has no discernable limit Sir. and I bow before you as I gratefully receive instruction and guidance. You are much appreciated.
