Whose Idea Was the Second Creation Story?

by Eli Kaplan

Bereisheet/Genesis 1-2:3 and 2:4-25 tell two different stories of the order of creation. Why? Perhaps as a result of this conversation between Adam and God:

Adam: God, I don't like the way you created the world.

God: Let's change places. Tell me your plan.

Adam: I would have created earth before heaven.

God: But without heaven, there would have been no rain.

Adam: I would have made plants that don't need rain.

God: But there would have been no one to take care of them.

Adam: I would have created myself first.

God: But you would have been alone.

Adam: I would have created animals.

God: But who would be your mate?

Adam: I'm getting tired of this. I need a nap.

While Adam is asleep, God makes a partner for Adam. Eventually Adam wakes up.

Adam: Wow! You did get it right!

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