Préface

I invite you on a captivating exploration of creation, as revealed in the pages of Genesis. At the heart of this thousand-year-old story, we discover the Apkallus, the mysterious beings who preceded Abraham. Even before Abraham became the founding patriarch of the people of Israel, a complex and rich history was already being woven.

The Apkallus, the seven tribes that predate Abraham's time, have left their mark on the twists and turns of time. Their stories are interwoven with those of the Edomites, the fraternal feud between Esau and Jacob, and the various religions that flourished in this region. From the Greeks to Palestine, from stelae found in Egyptian temples to Babylon, from Babylonian gods to the Hittites, each element contributes to our understanding of creation.

But beyond the conflicts and influences, one idea persists: the need to harmonize creation. And therein lies the key. Christ himself embodies this harmony, this force that transcends time and culture. For creation must not stray into the abyss, but remain eternal, guided by the light within.

And let's not forget Isaac, son of Abraham and Sarah. His name, full of promise, means "he will laugh". Isaac is the link between generations, a bridge between the Apkallus and the Hebrews. In the biblical story, he is almost sacrificed by his own father on Mount Moriah, but divine intervention saves him. This moment of tension, with the blade hanging over him, symbolizes the fragility of creation and the need for redemption.

Isaac, like the other protagonists of this epic, carries within him the secrets of heaven and earth. His descendants, including Jacob (later called Israel), will continue to shape the story of creation. Christ, in his infinite compassion, weaves these threads of humanity into a sacred narrative, where every act, every choice, every suffering contributes to universal harmony.

Prepare to plunge into this timeless epic, where the stars whisper secrets and the light guides our steps.