Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The woman said to the serpent, “We may eat fruit from the trees in the garden, New Living Translation “Of course we may eat fruit from the trees in the garden,” the woman replied. English Standard Version And the woman said to the serpent, “We may eat of the fruit of the trees in the garden, Berean Standard Bible The woman answered the serpent, “We may eat the fruit of the trees of the garden, King James Bible And the woman said unto the serpent, We may eat of the fruit of the trees of the garden: New King James Version And the woman said to the serpent, “We may eat the fruit of the trees of the garden; New American Standard Bible The woman said to the serpent, “From the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat; NASB 1995 The woman said to the serpent, “From the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat; NASB 1977 And the woman said to the serpent, “From the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat; Legacy Standard Bible And the woman said to the serpent, “From the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat; Amplified Bible And the woman said to the serpent, “We may eat fruit from the trees of the garden, Christian Standard Bible The woman said to the serpent, “We may eat the fruit from the trees in the garden. Holman Christian Standard Bible The woman said to the serpent, “We may eat the fruit from the trees in the garden. American Standard Version And the woman said unto the serpent, Of the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat: Contemporary English Version The woman answered, "God said we could eat fruit from any tree in the garden, English Revised Version And the woman said unto the serpent, Of the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat: GOD'S WORD® Translation The woman answered the snake, "We're allowed to eat the fruit from any tree in the garden Good News Translation "We may eat the fruit of any tree in the garden," the woman answered, International Standard Version "We may eat from the trees of the garden," the woman answered the serpent, NET Bible The woman said to the serpent, "We may eat of the fruit from the trees of the orchard; New Heart English Bible And the woman said to the serpent, "Of the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat, Webster's Bible Translation And the woman said to the serpent, We may eat of the fruit of the trees of the garden: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe woman answered the serpent, “We may eat the fruit of the trees of the garden, World English Bible The woman said to the serpent, “We may eat fruit from the trees of the garden, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the woman says to the serpent, “From the fruit of the trees of the garden we eat, Young's Literal Translation And the woman saith unto the serpent, 'Of the fruit of the trees of the garden we do eat, Smith's Literal Translation And the woman will say to the serpent, From the fruit of the tree of the garden we shall eat. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the woman answered him, saying: Of the fruit of the trees that are in paradise we do eat: Catholic Public Domain Version The woman responded to him: “From the fruit of the trees which are in Paradise, we eat. New American Bible The woman answered the snake: “We may eat of the fruit of the trees in the garden; New Revised Standard Version The woman said to the serpent, “We may eat of the fruit of the trees in the garden; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the woman said to the serpent, We may eat of the fruit of all the trees of the garden; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the woman said to the Serpent, “From the fruit of all of the trees that are in Paradise we shall eat: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the woman said unto the serpent: 'Of the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat; Brenton Septuagint Translation And the woman said to the serpent, We may eat of the fruit of the trees of the garden, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Serpent's Deception1Now the serpent was more crafty than any beast of the field that the LORD God had made. And he said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden?’ ” 2The woman answered the serpent, “We may eat the fruit of the trees of the garden, 3but about the fruit of the tree in the middle of the garden, God has said, ‘You must not eat of it or touch it, or you will die.’ ”… Cross References Genesis 2:16-17 And the LORD God commanded him, “You may eat freely from every tree of the garden, / but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil; for in the day that you eat of it, you will surely die.” 2 Corinthians 11:3 I am afraid, however, that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds may be led astray from your simple and pure devotion to Christ. 1 Timothy 2:14 And it was not Adam who was deceived, but the woman who was deceived and fell into transgression. Romans 5:12 Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned. Romans 5:19 For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of the one man the many will be made righteous. Revelation 12:9 And the great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him. Revelation 20:2 He seized the dragon, that ancient serpent who is the devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years. John 8:44 You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out his desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, refusing to uphold the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, because he is a liar and the father of lies. Matthew 4:3-4 The tempter came to Him and said, “If You are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.” / But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:6-7 “If You are the Son of God,” he said, “throw Yourself down. For it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning You, and they will lift You up in their hands, so that You will not strike Your foot against a stone.’” / Jesus replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Matthew 4:9-10 “All this I will give You,” he said, “if You will fall down and worship me.” / “Away from Me, Satan!” Jesus told him. “For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’” 1 John 3:8 The one who practices sin is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the very start. This is why the Son of God was revealed, to destroy the works of the devil. Hebrews 2:14 Now since the children have flesh and blood, He too shared in their humanity, so that by His death He might destroy him who holds the power of death, that is, the devil, Isaiah 14:12-15 How you have fallen from heaven, O day star, son of the dawn! You have been cut down to the ground, O destroyer of nations. / You said in your heart: “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God. I will sit on the mount of assembly, in the far reaches of the north. / I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.” ... Ezekiel 28:13-17 You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation. / You were anointed as a guardian cherub, for I had ordained you. You were on the holy mountain of God; you walked among the fiery stones. / From the day you were created you were blameless in your ways—until wickedness was found in you. ... Treasury of Scripture And the woman said to the serpent, We may eat of the fruit of the trees of the garden: serpent. Psalm 58:4 Their poison is like the poison of a serpent: they are like the deaf adder that stoppeth her ear; Jump to Previous Eat Fruit Garden Serpent TreesJump to Next Eat Fruit Garden Serpent TreesGenesis 3 1. The serpent deceives Eve.6. Both she and Adam transgress the divine command, and fall into sin. 8. God arraigns them. 14. The serpent is cursed. 15. The promised seed. 16. The punishment of mankind. 21. Their first clothing. 22. Their expulsion from paradise. The woman answered the serpent This phrase introduces the first recorded dialogue between Eve and the serpent, who is later identified as Satan (Revelation 12:9). The serpent's presence in the garden represents the introduction of temptation and deceit. Eve's willingness to engage in conversation with the serpent highlights the subtlety of temptation and the importance of discernment. This interaction sets the stage for the fall of humanity, emphasizing the need for vigilance against spiritual deception. We may eat the fruit of the trees of the garden Persons / Places / Events 1. The Woman (Eve)The first woman created by God, living in the Garden of Eden. She is engaged in a conversation with the serpent, which sets the stage for the fall of humanity. 2. The Serpent A creature in the Garden of Eden that tempts Eve. Traditionally understood in conservative Christian theology as being used by Satan to deceive Eve. 3. The Garden of Eden The perfect paradise created by God for Adam and Eve, representing the ideal state of creation before the fall. 4. The Trees of the Garden These represent God's provision and abundance, with the exception of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, which was forbidden. 5. The Event of Temptation This conversation marks the beginning of the temptation that leads to the original sin, a pivotal event in Christian theology. Teaching Points Understanding God's ProvisionRecognize the abundance and generosity of God’s provision in our lives, as seen in the freedom to eat from any tree except one. The Nature of Temptation Temptation often begins with questioning God’s word and intentions. Be vigilant in discerning truth from deception. The Importance of Obedience Obedience to God’s commands is crucial. Reflect on areas in life where you might be tempted to compromise. Guarding Against Deception Stay rooted in Scripture to guard against deception. Regular study and meditation on God’s word strengthen our ability to discern truth. The Role of Communication Consider how communication can lead to misunderstanding or temptation. Ensure that your conversations align with God’s truth. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 3:2?2. How does Genesis 3:2 demonstrate Eve's understanding of God's command to Adam? 3. What can Genesis 3:2 teach us about accurately conveying God's Word today? 4. How does Genesis 3:2 connect to the importance of obedience in Deuteronomy 5:32? 5. In what ways can we guard against misinterpretation of God's commands like Eve? 6. How can Genesis 3:2 guide us in resisting temptation in our daily lives? 7. Why did Eve respond to the serpent in Genesis 3:2? 8. How does Genesis 3:2 challenge the concept of free will? 9. What does Genesis 3:2 reveal about human nature and temptation? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 3? 11. Is Satan depicted as a serpent in religious texts? 12. Did Adam and Eve die due to sin? 13. Did Eve commit the first sin? 14. Did Adam and Eve understand the concept of death? What Does Genesis 3:2 Mean The woman answered the serpent• Eve speaks freely, showing she understands God’s command before any sin has clouded her judgment (Genesis 2:16-17). • Her willingness to engage highlights the serpent’s strategy: to draw her into dialogue and subtly challenge God’s Word (2 Corinthians 11:3; 1 Timothy 2:14). • The verse reminds us that temptation often begins with conversation—an invitation to question what God has plainly said (Matthew 4:3-4). We may eat • Eve begins with the positive, affirming the generous permission God had given: “From every tree of the garden you may freely eat” (Genesis 2:16). • God’s first word to humanity was provision, not restriction—His goodness precedes any prohibition (Psalm 34:8; 1 Timothy 4:4-5). • This phrase underscores that obedience is not deprivation; it is enjoying God’s bounty within His wise boundaries (Deuteronomy 8:10). the fruit • Fruit represents the tangible blessings of creation—good, pleasant, and nourishing (Genesis 1:29; Psalm 104:14-15). • By repeating “fruit,” Eve acknowledges that what God gives is desirable; the serpent will soon twist that same desire (James 1:17, 14-15). • The detail reminds believers that temptation often distorts legitimate gifts into occasions for sin. of the trees • “Trees” in plural points to abundance. Eden was not sparse; it overflowed with variety and beauty (Genesis 2:9). • God is lavish in provision; scarcity is never the backdrop of His commands (Psalm 23:1-2). • The contrast will sharpen the serpent’s lie that God is withholding something vital (John 10:10). of the garden • The garden is a real, prepared place where God walks with humanity (Genesis 2:8; 3:8). • Eden sets the pattern for future “God-with-us” dwelling—eventually fulfilled in the New Jerusalem where the tree of life reappears (Revelation 22:1-2). • The setting stresses that sin arose not because of an inadequate environment but despite perfect surroundings (Isaiah 51:3). summary Genesis 3:2 shows Eve accurately restating God’s generous provision before the serpent twists her perspective. The verse emphasizes God’s goodness, human freedom within divine boundaries, and the cunning of temptation that begins by questioning, not outright denying, the truth. Verses 2, 3. - And the woman said unto the serpent. Neither afraid of the reptile, there being not yet any enmity among the creatures; nor astonished at his speaking, perhaps as being not yet fully acquainted with the capabilities of the lower animals; nor suspicions of his designs, her innocence and inexperience not predisposing her to apprehend danger. Yet the tenor of the reptile's interrogation was fitted to excite alarm; and if, as some conjecture, she understood that Satan was the speaker, she should at once have taken flight; while, if she knew nothing of him or his disposition, she should not have opened herself so freely to a person unknown. "The woman certainly discovers some uuadvisedness in entertaining conference with the serpent, in matters of so great importance, in so familiar a manner" (White). We may eat of the fruit of the trees of the garden.(1) Omitting the Divine name when recording his liberality, though she remembers it when reciting his restraint; (2) failing to do justice to the largeness and freeness of the Divine grant (cf. with Genesis 2:16); - which, however, charity would do well not to press against the woman as symptoms of incipient rebellion. But of the fruit of the tree which is in the midst of the garden, God hath said, Ye shall not eat of it, neither shall ye touch it. An addition to the prohibitory enactment, which may have been simply an inaccuracy in her understanding of Adam's report of its exact terms (Kalisch); or the result of a rising feeling of dissatisfaction with the too great strictness of the prohibition (Delitzsch), and so an indication "that her love and confidence towards God were already beginning to waver" (Keil); or a proof of her anxiety to observe the Divine precept (Calvin); or a statement of her understanding "that they were not to meddle with it as a forbidden thing" (Murphy). Lest ye die. Even Calvin here admits that Eve begins to give way, leading פֶן־ as forte, with which Macdonald appears to agree, discovering "doubt and hesitancy in her language; but - (1) the conjunction may point to a consequence which is certain - indeed this is its usual meaning (cf. Genesis 11:4; Genesis 19:5; Psalm 2:12); . . . Hebrew The womanהָֽאִשָּׁ֖ה (hā·’iš·šāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female answered וַתֹּ֥אמֶר (wat·tō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say the serpent, הַנָּחָ֑שׁ (han·nā·ḥāš) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5175: A serpent “We may eat נֹאכֵֽל׃ (nō·ḵêl) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common plural Strong's 398: To eat the fruit מִפְּרִ֥י (mip·pə·rî) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6529: Fruit of the trees עֵֽץ־ (‘êṣ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6086: Tree, trees, wood of the garden, הַגָּ֖ן (hag·gān) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 1588: An enclosure, garden Links Genesis 3:2 NIVGenesis 3:2 NLT Genesis 3:2 ESV Genesis 3:2 NASB Genesis 3:2 KJV Genesis 3:2 BibleApps.com Genesis 3:2 Biblia Paralela Genesis 3:2 Chinese Bible Genesis 3:2 French Bible Genesis 3:2 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 3:2 The woman said to the serpent (Gen. 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