The name Genesis

The name Genesis means "origin". The book tells about the creation of the universe, the origin of mankind, the beginning of sin and suffering in the world, and about God's way of dealing with mankind.
        创世记顾名思义是记载“起源”的书。它记述宇宙的创造、人类的起源、罪恶和人世苦难的开始；同时记述上帝怎样跟人类来往。
        
        While this book tells stories about people, it is first and foremost an account of what God has done. It begins with the affirmation that God created the universe, and it ends with a promise that God will continue to show his concern for his people. Throughout the book the main character in God, who judges and punishes those who do wrong, leads and helps his people, and shapes their history. This ancient book was written to record the story of a people's faith and to help keep that faith alive.
        本书不但记述人物，更重要的是述说上帝的作为。它从肯定上帝创造宇宙开始，而上帝应许继续带领他的子民结束。全书以上帝为中心：他审判、惩罚作恶的人，并带领、扶助自己的子民。他是历史的主宰。本书的目的在于记录一个民族的信心，并且帮助后代的人持续这信心。