1.1 Michelangelo's "Creation of Adam"

• What does the painting reflect?

  The creation story in Genesis
• What does the painting tell us about God?

  He's Transcendent
• Why are both Adam and God muscular (Perfect)?

  • God made Adam in his image
  • They have similar roles in the creation of Humanity
• Why is God depicted as someone older?

  Shows he is wiser and eternal