First book of the Bible.

**The reasoning** The Bible is divided into the Old Testament and New Testament. The very first book — the one that opens the entire Bible — is **Genesis**. The name itself gives you a clue: "Genesis" means *beginning* or *origin*. This book tells the story of creation, Adam and Eve, Noah's ark, and the patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob). It sets the foundation for everything that follows in scripture. **Why the wrong options tempt you** - **Exodus** comes right after Genesis (it's the second book), so if you're uncertain, you might confuse the order. - **Psalms** is very famous and widely read, so some students assume it's early in the Bible — but it's actually in the middle of the Old Testament. - **Matthew** is the first book of the *New Testament*, not the entire Bible. This is a classic trap for those who mix up the two sections. **Quick takeaway** Remember: **Genesis = Beginning** — it's literally the first page you'd turn to if you opened a Bible from the start.