Bible Reading: Genesis 3:14-21 KJV
- Genesis 3:15 KJV
The KJV Bible is renowned for its rich language and theological depth, and possibly the most relevant verse in the entire text is found in Genesis 3:15. This verse often referred to as the "Protevangelium" or "Protoevangelium," carries profound significance for Christians as it sets the stage for the entire biblical narrative. It is the first prophecy in the Bible.
In Genesis 3:15 (KJV), we read, "And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel." This verse introduces the concept of a cosmic struggle between the seed of the serpent and the seed of the woman, a conflict that will eventually lead to the ultimate defeat of Satan and the redemption of the saved by and through Jesus Christ.
In Genesis 3:15 (KJV), we read, "And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel." This verse introduces the concept of a cosmic struggle between the seed of the serpent and the seed of the woman, a conflict that will eventually lead to the ultimate defeat of Satan and the redemption of the saved by and through Jesus Christ.
The phrase "seed of the woman" is particularly intriguing, as it is the first time in Scripture that we see the concept of a woman giving birth without the involvement of a man. This foreshadows the virgin birth of Jesus, who is both fully God and fully man, born of the virgin Mary.
Throughout the Bible, we see the fulfillment of this prophecy in various ways. For example, in Galatians 4:4a (KJV), we read, "But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law." This passage confirms that Jesus Christ, the seed of the woman, was born into the world to fulfill the promise made in Genesis 3:15.
Genesis 3:15 is where sin enters the human race, and its consequences continue to plague us today. We inherit sin and the sin nature from Adam, and we suffer continually as a result of it. At this point, the spiritual warfare began as described in Ephesians 6:12 (KJV), "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places."
In the Bible, evil angels and wicked men are called serpents, and even vipers (Matthew 3:7), and they war against the people of God, the seed of the church, who are hated and persecuted by them, and so it has been ever since this incident took place in the Garden of Eden. Most people are oblivious to the Spiritual War that is being fought around them, and go on with their life as if nothing is happening around them.
Moreover, in Revelation 12:1-9, we see a vivid portrayal of the cosmic struggle between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent. The woman is depicted as giving birth to a male child who is destined to rule the nations, and the dragon (representing Satan) seeks to devour the child. However, the child is snatched away to safety, and the woman flees into the wilderness. This passage serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing battle between good and evil, and the ultimate triumph of Jesus over Satan.
In conclusion, the Bible's foundational importance of Genesis 3:15 cannot be overstated. This verse sets the stage for the entire biblical narrative, introducing the concept of a cosmic struggle (seed war) between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent. As we read through the Bible, we see the fulfillment of this prophecy in the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, who is both fully God and fully man. As believers, we can take comfort in the knowledge that the ultimate victory over sin, death, and Satan has been secured through the sacrifice of our Saviour.
