I should say just a few words here about this commentary and its format. A narrative style has been followed, rather than that of a critical and analytical exposition. This is because it is so important for people to sense that the Genesis narrative is real and historical. At the same time, the treatment also deals with all the important critical questions and problems. In particular, the scientific difficulties usually associated with Genesis have been discussed and I trust, completely resolved in favor of the literal accuracy of the Genesis record. I have tried to discuss and explain all the salient material in every verse, even though the discussion is organized in terms of groups of verses rather than individual verses.