THE 1ST SERPENT INTERLUDE

When the serpent, the most cunning of the animals that the Lord God had made, approached Eve With seductive words, the serpent cast doubt on the instructions God had given the couple Questioning why they could not eat from all the trees in the garden The conversation between Eve and the serpent was the prelude to an event that would change the course of Human history By eating the forbidden fruit, Adam and Eve unleashed a series of consequences that would reverberate Throughout creation The fall of humanity introduced evil into the world, a disruptive force that contrasted with the order and Perfection of Eden In the face of this transgression, God took steps to protect the garden and especially the Tree of Life The cherubim were appointed as celestial guardians, a barrier between the sacred and the profane These beings, described elsewhere in scripture as creatures with multiple faces and wings, symbolize the Holiness and majesty of God They are portrayed as bearers of the Divine Presence, serving directly under the command of the Creator The flaming sword, which swirled in all directions, was more than a physical barrier It was a constant reminder of divine justice and sovereignty The flame that never goes out reflects the eternity of God and the seriousness of the sin committed by Adam And Eve Through these powerful symbols, the Garden of Eden became a place inaccessible to humans Written by: i1