Many English translations of Genesis state that God "created" or "made" humankind. Explain several shades of Hebrew meaning not communicated in English.

Answer 1

I am not sure we have any tutors who know Hebrew -- and without knowing Hebrew, you really don't want anyone to try to answer, do you?

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