(1) Lucifer was envious of the position and authority of Christ. But should they once yield to temptation, their nature would become so depraved that in themselves they would have no power and no disposition to resist Satan. ","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0005_eng_m_chapter_1_why_was_sin_permitted_84_68.mp3#duration=1762&size=14227219"},{"para_id":"84.117","title":"Chapter 2\u2014The Creation","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0006_eng_m_chapter_2_the_creation_84_117.mp3#duration=1281&size=10382444"},{"para_id":"84.155","title":"Chapter 3\u2014The Temptation and Fall","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0007_eng_m_chapter_3_the_temptation_and_fall_84_155.mp3#duration=1786&size=14422976"},{"para_id":"84.215","title":"Chapter 4\u2014The Plan of Redemption","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0008_eng_m_chapter_4_the_plan_of_redemption_84_215.mp3#duration=1310&size=10608266"},{"para_id":"84.254","title":"Chapter 5\u2014Cain and Abel Tested","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0009_eng_m_chapter_5_cain_and_abel_tested_84_254.mp3#duration=1101&size=8941609"},{"para_id":"84.289","title":"Chapter 6\u2014Seth and Enoch","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0010_eng_m_chapter_6_seth_and_enoch_84_289.mp3#duration=1564&size=12646761"},{"para_id":"84.336","title":"Chapter 7\u2014The Flood","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0011_eng_m_chapter_7_the_flood_84_336.mp3#duration=2163&size=17434964"},{"para_id":"84.399","title":"Chapter 8\u2014After the Flood","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0012_eng_m_chapter_8_after_the_flood_84_399.mp3#duration=984&size=8006443"},{"para_id":"84.428","title":"Chapter 9\u2014The Literal Week","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0013_eng_m_chapter_9_the_literal_week_84_428.mp3#duration=980&size=7968201"},{"para_id":"84.454","title":"Chapter 10\u2014The Tower of Babel","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0014_eng_m_chapter_10_the_tower_of_babel_84_454.mp3#duration=988&size=8038095"},{"para_id":"84.488","title":"Chapter 11\u2014The Call of Abraham","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0015_eng_m_chapter_11_the_call_of_abraham_84_488.mp3#duration=1131&size=9182331"},{"para_id":"84.517","title":"Chapter 12\u2014Abraham in Canaan","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0016_eng_m_chapter_12_abraham_in_canaan_84_517.mp3#duration=2173&size=17519260"},{"para_id":"84.584","title":"Chapter 13\u2014The Test of 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Return to Canaan","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0023_eng_m_chapter_19_the_return_to_canaan_84_852.mp3#duration=1463&size=11835904"},{"para_id":"84.901","title":"Chapter 20\u2014Joseph in Egypt","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0024_eng_m_chapter_20_joseph_in_egypt_84_901.mp3#duration=1468&size=11871985"},{"para_id":"84.945","title":"Chapter 21\u2014Joseph and His Brothers","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0025_eng_m_chapter_21_joseph_and_his_brothers_84_945.mp3#duration=2849&size=22924300"},{"para_id":"84.1042","title":"Chapter 22\u2014Moses","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0026_eng_m_chapter_22_moses_84_1042.mp3#duration=2215&size=17850740"},{"para_id":"84.1118","title":"Chapter 23\u2014The Plagues of Egypt","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0027_eng_m_chapter_23_the_plagues_of_egypt_84_1118.mp3#duration=2248&size=18117351"},{"para_id":"84.1195","title":"Chapter 24\u2014The Passover","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0028_eng_m_chapter_24_the_passover_84_1195.mp3#duration=879&size=7160131"},{"para_id":"84.1225","title":"Chapter 25\u2014The 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Services","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0034_eng_m_chapter_30_the_tabernacle_and_its_services_84_1538.mp3#duration=2195&size=17690270"},{"para_id":"84.1614","title":"Chapter 31\u2014The Sin of Nadab and Abihu","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0035_eng_m_chapter_31_the_sin_of_nadab_and_abihu_84_1614.mp3#duration=681&size=5576106"},{"para_id":"84.1631","title":"Chapter 32\u2014The Law and the Covenants","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0036_eng_m_chapter_32_the_law_and_the_covenants_84_1631.mp3#duration=1837&size=14831364"},{"para_id":"84.1687","title":"Chapter 33\u2014From Sinai to Kadesh","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0037_eng_m_chapter_33_from_sinai_to_kadesh_84_1687.mp3#duration=1982&size=15988920"},{"para_id":"84.1755","title":"Chapter 34\u2014The Twelve Spies","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0038_eng_m_chapter_34_the_twelve_spies_84_1755.mp3#duration=1229&size=9964295"},{"para_id":"84.1797","title":"Chapter 35\u2014The Rebellion of Korah","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0039_eng_m_chapter_35_the_rebellion_of_korah_84_1797.mp3#duration=1770&size=14292746"},{"para_id":"84.1859","title":"Chapter 36\u2014In the Wilderness","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0040_eng_m_chapter_36_in_the_wilderness_84_1859.mp3#duration=752&size=6145958"},{"para_id":"84.1887","title":"Chapter 37\u2014The Smitten Rock","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0041_eng_m_chapter_37_the_smitten_rock_84_1887.mp3#duration=1559&size=12605846"},{"para_id":"84.1932","title":"Chapter 38\u2014The Journey Around Edom","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0042_eng_m_chapter_38_the_journey_around_edom_84_1932.mp3#duration=1794&size=14480005"},{"para_id":"84.1988","title":"Chapter 39\u2014The Conquest of Bashan","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0043_eng_m_chapter_39_the_conquest_of_bashan_84_1988.mp3#duration=795&size=6486871"},{"para_id":"84.2012","title":"Chapter 40\u2014Balaam","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0044_eng_m_chapter_40_balaam_84_2012.mp3#duration=2108&size=16996322"},{"para_id":"84.2085","title":"Chapter 41\u2014Apostasy at the Jordan","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0045_eng_m_chapter_41_apostasy_at_the_jordan_84_2085.mp3#duration=1507&size=12190512"},{"para_id":"84.2127","title":"Chapter 42\u2014The Law Repeated","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0046_eng_m_chapter_42_the_law_repeated_84_2127.mp3#duration=1144&size=9279531"},{"para_id":"84.2163","title":"Chapter 43\u2014The Death of Moses","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0047_eng_m_chapter_43_the_death_of_moses_84_2163.mp3#duration=1618&size=13076937"},{"para_id":"84.2214","title":"Chapter 44\u2014Crossing the Jordan","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0048_eng_m_chapter_44_crossing_the_jordan_84_2214.mp3#duration=899&size=7320732"},{"para_id":"84.2245","title":"Chapter 45\u2014The Fall of Jericho","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0049_eng_m_chapter_45_the_fall_of_jericho_84_2245.mp3#duration=1742&size=14068632"},{"para_id":"84.2302","title":"Chapter 46\u2014The Blessings and the Curses","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0050_eng_m_chapter_46_the_blessings_and_the_curses_84_2302.mp3#duration=595&size=4893616"},{"para_id":"84.2326","title":"Chapter 47\u2014League With the Gibeonites","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0051_eng_m_chapter_47_league_with_the_gibeonites_84_2326.mp3#duration=798&size=6514447"},{"para_id":"84.2352","title":"Chapter 48\u2014The Division of Canaan","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0052_eng_m_chapter_48_the_division_of_canaan_84_2352.mp3#duration=1783&size=14395097"},{"para_id":"84.2414","title":"Chapter 49\u2014The Last Words of Joshua","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0053_eng_m_chapter_49_the_last_words_of_joshua_84_2414.mp3#duration=638&size=5230856"},{"para_id":"84.2434","title":"Chapter 50\u2014Tithes and Offerings","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0054_eng_m_chapter_50_tithes_and_offerings_84_2434.mp3#duration=841&size=6860831"},{"para_id":"84.2461","title":"Chapter 51\u2014God's Care for the Poor","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0055_eng_m_chapter_51_god_s_care_for_the_poor_84_2461.mp3#duration=1053&size=8556887"},{"para_id":"84.2499","title":"Chapter 52\u2014The Annual Feasts","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0056_eng_m_chapter_52_the_annual_feasts_84_2499.mp3#duration=895&size=7295049"},{"para_id":"84.2538","title":"Chapter 53\u2014The Earlier Judges","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0057_eng_m_chapter_53_the_earlier_judges_84_2538.mp3#duration=2305&size=18572249"},{"para_id":"84.2620","title":"Chapter 54\u2014Samson","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0058_eng_m_chapter_54_samson_84_2620.mp3#duration=1347&size=10903747"},{"para_id":"84.2666","title":"Chapter 55\u2014The Child Samuel","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0059_eng_m_chapter_55_the_child_samuel_84_2666.mp3#duration=858&size=6994979"},{"para_id":"84.2698","title":"Chapter 56\u2014Eli and His Sons","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0060_eng_m_chapter_56_eli_and_his_sons_84_2698.mp3#duration=974&size=7926205"},{"para_id":"84.2726","title":"Chapter 57\u2014The Ark Taken by the Philistines","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0061_eng_m_chapter_57_the_ark_taken_by_the_philistines_84_2726.mp3#duration=1623&size=13118401"},{"para_id":"84.2786","title":"Chapter 58\u2014The Schools of the Prophets","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0062_eng_m_chapter_58_the_schools_of_the_prophets_84_2786.mp3#duration=1357&size=10986634"},{"para_id":"84.2832","title":"Chapter 59\u2014The First King of Israel","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0063_eng_m_chapter_59_the_first_king_of_israel_84_2832.mp3#duration=2090&size=16852428"},{"para_id":"84.2900","title":"Chapter 60\u2014The Presumption of Saul","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0064_eng_m_chapter_60_the_presumption_of_saul_84_2900.mp3#duration=1298&size=10515111"},{"para_id":"84.2946","title":"Chapter 61\u2014Saul Rejected","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0065_eng_m_chapter_61_saul_rejected_84_2946.mp3#duration=1628&size=13155078"},{"para_id":"84.2996","title":"Chapter 62\u2014The Anointing of David","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0066_eng_m_chapter_62_the_anointing_of_david_84_2996.mp3#duration=625&size=5130139"},{"para_id":"84.3013","title":"Chapter 63\u2014David and Goliath","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0067_eng_m_chapter_63_david_and_goliath_84_3013.mp3#duration=912&size=7430863"},{"para_id":"84.3043","title":"Chapter 64\u2014David a Fugitive","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0068_eng_m_chapter_64_david_a_fugitive_84_3043.mp3#duration=1684&size=13602444"},{"para_id":"84.3100","title":"Chapter 65\u2014The Magnanimity of David","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0069_eng_m_chapter_65_the_magnanimity_of_david_84_3100.mp3#duration=1928&size=15556963"},{"para_id":"84.3169","title":"Chapter 66\u2014The Death of Saul","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0070_eng_m_chapter_66_the_death_of_saul_84_3169.mp3#duration=896&size=7299463"},{"para_id":"84.3203","title":"Chapter 67\u2014Ancient and Modern Sorcery","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0071_eng_m_chapter_67_ancient_and_modern_sorcery_84_3203.mp3#duration=1038&size=8432302"},{"para_id":"84.3236","title":"Chapter 68\u2014David at Ziklag","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0072_eng_m_chapter_68_david_at_ziklag_84_3236.mp3#duration=1047&size=8504056"},{"para_id":"84.3274","title":"Chapter 69\u2014David Called to the Throne","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0073_eng_m_chapter_69_david_called_to_the_throne_84_3274.mp3#duration=850&size=6934447"},{"para_id":"84.3303","title":"Chapter 70\u2014The Reign of David","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0074_eng_m_chapter_70_the_reign_of_david_84_3303.mp3#duration=1915&size=15454149"},{"para_id":"84.3386","title":"Chapter 71\u2014David's Sin and Repentance","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0075_eng_m_chapter_71_david_s_sin_and_repentance_84_3386.mp3#duration=1669&size=13487871"},{"para_id":"84.3447","title":"Chapter 72\u2014The Rebellion of Absalom","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0076_eng_m_chapter_72_the_rebellion_of_absalom_84_3447.mp3#duration=2824&size=22727788"},{"para_id":"84.3535","title":"Chapter 73\u2014The Last Years of David","mp3":"\/mp3\/84\/0077_eng_m_chapter_73_the_last_years_of_david_84_3535.mp3#duration=1588&size=12835140"}]. She disbelieved the words of God, and this was what led to her fall. And he said, I heard Thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked; and I hid myself. Patriarchs And Prophets: The Conflict of The Ages Series # 1 (Timeless Wisdom Collection) Paperback - June 24, 2016 by Ellen G. White (Author) 135 ratings Kindle $1.99 Read with Our Free App Hardcover $46.09 9 Used from $16.26 2 New from $46.09 Paperback $14.95 1 Used from $11.75 1 New from $14.95 Mass Market Paperback She was a part of himself, and he could not endure the thought of separation. But, contrary to His command, they had eaten of the forbidden tree, and now they would continue to eat of itthey would have the knowledge of evilall the days of their life. PP 57.4, Adam could neither deny nor excuse his sin; but instead of manifesting penitence, he endeavored to cast the blame upon his wife, and thus upon God Himself: The woman whom Thou gavest to be with me, she gave me of the tree, and I did eat. He who, from love to Eve, had deliberately chosen to forfeit the approval of God, his home in Paradise, and an eternal life of joy, could now, after his fall, endeavor to make his companion, and even the Creator Himself, responsible for the transgression. He understood the high destiny opened to the human race should they remain faithful to God. _____ Chapters 1-3 In these chapters, Hosea is given the object lesson of an unfaithful spouse to illustrate Israel's infidelity to God. He is on the side of Satan, trampling upon the law of God, and leading others to do the same, to their eternal ruin. Eve had been the first in transgression; and she had fallen into temptation by separating from her companion, contrary to the divine direction. The scene around them was most dreary--bare, desolate-looking mountains, barren plains, and the sea stretching far away, its shores strewn with the . patriarchs and prophets egw writings Mar 15 2022 . Then they that have kept God's commandments shall breathe in immortal vigor beneath the tree of life; and through unending ages the inhabitants of sinless worlds shall behold, in that garden of delight, a sample of the perfect work of God's creation, untouched by the curse of sina sample of what the whole earth would have become, had man but fulfilled the Creator's glorious plan. PP 60.3, The tide of woe that flowed from the transgression of our first parents is regarded by many as too awful a consequence for so small a sin, and they impeach the wisdom and justice of God in His dealings with man. Every Christian should read this book! Check items to add to the cart or select all. It is a well written and intruiging, readable commentary of Biblical record from Genesis to Kings. Hither came Adam and his sons to worship God. Assignment on Patriarchs and Prophets Chapter 4 edited.docx. PP 61.4, In humility and unutterable sadness they bade farewell to their beautiful home and went forth to dwell upon the earth, where rested the curse of sin. "Blessed are the pure in heart: for they . Patriarchs and Prophets 4/76 Previous Next Chapter 2The Creation This chapter is based on Genesis 1 and 2. Heavenly messengers opened to them the history of Satan's fall and his plots for their destruction, unfolding more fully the nature of the divine government, which the prince of evil was trying to overthrow. PP 53.4, The angels had cautioned Eve to beware of separating herself from her husband while occupied in their daily labor in the garden; with him she would be in less danger from temptation than if she were alone. If Adam could not bear the smallest of tests, he could not have endured a greater trial had he been entrusted with higher responsibilities. Satan was not to follow them with continual temptations; he could have access to them only at the forbidden tree. It was a discipline rendered needful by his sin, to place a check upon the indulgence of appetite and passion, to develop habits of self-control. The serpent plucked the fruit of the forbidden tree and placed it in the hands of the half-reluctant Eve. There was a terrible struggle in his mind. But in the final restitution, when there shall be a new heaven and a new earth (Revelation 21:1), it is to be restored more gloriously adorned than at the beginning. She describes the tragic rebellion that took place in heaven many thousands of years ago and makes plain that this ongoing conflict between Satan and God affects each person who lives on Earth. Lots of things to provoke me to deeper thought. In this way, we can learn from the. The Lord had seen fit to lay upon them but one prohibition as to the use of all that was in the garden; but if they should disregard His will in this particular, they would incur the guilt of transgression. He had seen the King in His glory in the midst of Zion. Why didst Thou suffer him to enter Eden?these were the questions implied in her excuse for her sin. And he said, I heard Thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked; and I hid myself. PP 57.1, They now began to see the true character of their sin. Our first parents were not left without a warning of the danger that threatened them. It covers everything from the Creation, to the last years of King David and everything you can possibly imagine in between! This legend is not only repeated among the . The tempter intimated that the divine warning was not to be actually fulfilled; it was designed merely to intimidate them. But soon the thought of his sin filled him with terror. He mourned that he had permitted Eve to wander from his side. And He said, Who told thee that thou wast naked? Chapter 2The Creation Chapter 3The Temptation and Fall Chapter 4The Plan of Redemption Chapter 5Cain and Abel Tested Chapter 6Seth and Enoch Chapter 7The Flood Chapter 8After the Flood Chapter 9The Literal Week Chapter 10The Tower of Babel According to the biblical book of Genesis, Abraham left Ur, in Mesopotamia, because God called him to found a new nation in an undesignated land that he . She continues to fill in aspects of the stories from the bible with insight and meaning as well as making it relevant for today. PP 61.1, To Eve it seemed a small thing to disobey God by tasting the fruit of the forbidden tree, and to tempt her husband also to transgress; but their sin opened the floodgates of woe upon the world. PP 55.3, An expression of sadness came over the face of Adam. Patriarchs and Prophets Preface Introduction Chapter 1Why was Sin Permitted? When the Patriarchs Jacob and Joseph die, both are embalmed (or mummified) in Egypt, and Joseph is buried there (Genesis 50:2, 26). Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Like new Patriarchs and Prophets Ellen G white FROM THE 1922s at the best online prices at eBay! PP 56.2, After his transgression Adam at first imagined himself entering upon a higher state of existence. Yet all these blessings were lost sight of in the fear of losing that one gift which in his eyes outvalued every other. How could he have it thus? But if they would look more deeply into this question, they might discern their error. "B Y the word of the Lord were the heavens made; and all the host of them by the breath of His mouth." "For He spake, and it was;" "He commanded, and it stood fast." Psalm 33:6,9. Thus in the garden of peace lurked the destroyer, watching for his prey. Yet this had not greatly changed the face of nature. An expression of sadness came over the face of Adam. They are given to save us from deception. She disbelieved the words of God, and this was what led to her fall. It is a revelation of His will, a transcript of His character, the expression of divine love and wisdom. The serpent was then one of the wisest and most beautiful creatures on the earth. Free shipping for many products! An excellent study guide to the first several books of the Bible. With unusual insights the author describes the role of our planet in the cosmic conflict between right and wrong truth and error. 56 - Eli and His Sons. If God is all-powerful, why doesnt He prevent the spread of evil and its tragic results? Free shipping for many products! Many of the angels were, however, blinded by Lucifer's deceptions. 3 By divine providence, how did Joseph call the attention of Pharoah to the true God? Patriarchs and Prophets 10/76 Previous Next Chapter 8After the Flood The waters rose fifteen cubits above the highest mountains. Thus, like Adam, she charged God with the responsibility of their fall. That very day they would be doomed to death. He appeared astonished and alarmed. Her writings cover a broad range of subjects, including religion, education, social relationships, evangelism, prophecy, publishing, nutrition, and management. It's basically about what the title entails-the promises that God made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and how He decided He would bless them and their descendants if they obeyed and remained loyal to Him. Had they not eaten of the tree of life? Chapter 2 - The Creation Chapter 3 - The Temptation and Fall Chapter 4 - The Plan of Redemption Chapter 5 - Cain and Abel Tested Chapter 6 - Seth and Enoch Chapter 7 - The Flood It was always a goal of mine to read through the 5 main Spirit of Prophecy books. Here they renewed their vows of obedience to that law the transgression of which had banished them from Eden. PP 60.1, The warning given to our first parentsIn the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die (Genesis 2:17)did not imply that they were to die on the very day when they partook of the forbidden fruit. But in the final restitution, when there shall be a new heaven and a new earth (. 2 What blessings can a Christian employee bring to a company through his or her faithful work? The divine presence was manifested in the garden. Many talk of the narrowness of those who obey God's commandments, while they themselves claim to have broader ideas and to enjoy greater liberty. Summary. Had they not eaten of the tree of life? The word used in Genesis for embalm is . But after man's fall, holy angels were immediately commissioned to guard the tree of life. The sin of our first parents brought guilt and sorrow upon the world, and had it not been for the goodness and mercy of God, would have plunged the race into hopeless despair. He had looked upon the celestial city. PP 52.2, The law of God is as sacred as God Himself. The wages of sin is death. Romans 6:23. Lucifer continues to attack God's law by; stating that God's angels should be more dignified. Autobiographies from the Dead Sea Scrolls The Talmud teaches that the ancient patriarchs were all prophets, and that each one of them left testaments for their descendants to read. She would receive no more harm from eating the fruit, he declared, than from touching it. Can you think of a situation where you, like Jacob, might resort to evil to bring about God's plan? Many talk of the narrowness of those who obey God's commandments, while they themselves claim to have broader ideas and to enjoy greater liberty. PP 59.1, To Adam the Lord declared: Because thou hast hearkened unto the voice of thy wife, and hast eaten of the tree, of which I commanded thee, saying, Thou shalt not eat of it: cursed is the ground for thy sake; in sorrow shalt thou eat of it all the days of thy life; thorns also and thistles shall it bring forth to thee; and thou shalt eat the herb of the field; in the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground; for out of it wast thou taken: for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return. PP 53.2, The tree of knowledge had been made a test of their obedience and their love to God. Submit Review. Patriarchs and Prophets is volume one of a five volume Conflict of Ages series. Adam had enjoyed the companionship of God and of holy angels. We must set our hearts to know what is truth. At the cherubim-guarded gate of Paradise the divine glory was revealed. It gives such depth to the stories we know so well, and insight that only could have been given by God. They confessed that they had forfeited all right to that happy abode, but pledged themselves for the future to yield strict obedience to God. It was because of its wonderful properties, imparting wisdom and power, that He had prohibited them from tasting or even touching it. The author treats the events of the Pentateuch as real events with a significant historical impact. PP 58.1, The Lord then passed sentence upon the serpent: Because thou hast done this, thou art cursed above all cattle, and above every beast of the field; upon thy belly shalt thou go, and dust shalt thou eat all the days of thy life. Since it had been employed as Satan's medium, the serpent was to share the visitation of divine judgment. They confessed that they had forfeited all right to that happy abode, but pledged themselves for the future to yield strict obedience to God. Satan tempts men to disobedience by leading them to believe they are entering a wonderful field of knowledge. Satan was despoiled of his prey; the righteous dead would live again. It was a part of God's great plan of man's recovery from the ruin and degradation of sin. Had they remained obedient to Godin harmony with His great law of lovethey would ever have been in harmony with each other; but sin had brought discord, and now their union could be maintained and harmony preserved only by submission on the part of the one or the other. Patriarchs and Prophets Study Guide 2. No longer free to stir up rebellion in heaven, Satan's enmity against God found a new field in plotting the ruin of the human race. So long as Adam remained loyal to Heaven, all nature was in subjection to him. 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