1. Define family
At first glance, defining what family is should be rather simple; however, upon closer inspection we find it to be a complex question with a multitude of possible definitions. Families are dynamic entities that transcend the temporal realm by constantly changing from era to era and from location to location. Depending on what perspective one takes (e.g., sociological, anthropological, psychological, research-oriented, etc.,) will determine how family is defined. One simplistic definition is “a group of two or more people who care about one another more than others”.
2. How does the Old Testament and New Testament define family? What are the similarities/differences?
In Genesis, we find the first family defined as being
At first glance, defining what family is should be rather simple; however, upon closer inspection we find it to be a complex question with a multitude of possible definitions. Families are dynamic entities that transcend the temporal realm by constantly changing from era to era and from location to location. Depending on what perspective one takes (e.g., sociological, anthropological, psychological, research-oriented, etc.,) will determine how family is defined. One simplistic definition is “a group of two or more people who care about one another more than others”.
2. How does the Old Testament and New Testament define family? What are the similarities/differences?
In Genesis, we find the first family defined as being