Creation Patterns and Parallels

The Bible reveals divine patterns that are reflected in creation as well as all throughout scripture. Symbolic elements in Creation can be seen in the biblical feasts, prophetic history, as well as pointing to and prophesying details of the coming of Messiah, the Son of God.

Day 1, God divides the light/dark. In the first 1000 years man falls, sin and death is introduced. Dispensation of Adam, Pesach.

Day 2, God divides the sky/waters. In the 2000 years the flood destroys the Earth. Dispensation of Noah. Firstfruits.

Day 3, God divides the water/earth and causes the plants/seed to grow. In the 3000 years, God covenants to bless the seed of Abraham with a promised land. Dispensation of Abraham, Unleavened Bread.

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Day 4, God causes the sun, moon, stars to appear. In the 4000 years, Law of Moses is given. Dispensation of Moses, Shavuot.

Day 5, God createa the fish/birds and causes them to multiply, In the 5000 years Jesus Christ is born as the Messiah and Son of God. Disciples spread the gospel and give the Holy Ghost. Dispensation of Peter, Rosh Hashanah.

Day 6, God creates mankind and commands them to multiply and take dominion, subdue all animals (including serpent), In the 6000 years Israel was to subdued all enemies but failed and were overcome. The Great Apostasy, Day of Atonement.

Day 7, God rests and creates Eve. In the 7000 years, all enemies are subdued, The Earth enjoys its Millennial rest. Israel receives its full promised inheritance.  

Dispensation of Joseph Smith, Sukkot.