Reading Scripture and Understanding Scripture are two different things. The deeper we dig into the Word, we discover that it is a multifaceted message that looks more like a geometric fractal than a simple number sequence. One of the tools we use to study scripture (first two tools are the Holy Spirit's leading and a basic understanding of the Gospel) is the meaning of names. In an effort to assist you in your studies, I am placing a link here to a site that I refer to frequently. I suggest you bookmark it.
http://www.abarim-publications.com/Meaning/Adam.html#.UHMO_q7pVvo
I would be very interested to hear what some of you learn from the Story of Judah and Tamar in Genesis 38.
Also, take a look at Genesis Chapter 5 and see what Holy Spirit might teach you.
