Genesis 3:8-13
8 They heard YHWH God’s voice walking in the garden in the cool of the day, and the man and his wife hid themselves from the presence of YHWH God among the trees of the garden. 9 YHWH God called to the man, and said to him, “Where are you?” 10 The man said, “I heard your voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked; so I hid myself.” 11 God said, “Who told you that you were naked? Have you eaten from the tree that I commanded you not to eat from?” 12 The man said, “The woman whom you gave to be with me, she gave me fruit from the tree, and I ate it.” 13 YHWH God said to the woman, “What have you done?” The woman said, “The serpent deceived me, and I ate.” Genesis 3:8-13WEB
Classification
The Principle
This passage describes the first judicial investigation, conducted per the requirement in Deuteronomy 19:18. Though God doesn't need to inquire to distinguish truth, he obtains confessions as an example of righteous justice for our benefit.
Categories
This passage belongs to the Principles and Definitions of the Law. It contributes to an understanding of Investigation and the role of Judge.
Fulfillment
The judicial system and its requirements abide until the final judgment.
Topics
This principle has direct relevance to an understanding of the following topics:
