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Chaos by Wenceslaus Hollar, Genesis 1:1-4, Bible.Gallery

Chaos is a painting by Wenceslaus Hollar (1607–1677). Measuring 91 × 107 cm, it depicts the biblical scene from Genesis 1:1-4.

Genesis 1:1-4

Genesis 1:1

In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.

Genesis 1:2

The earth was formless and empty. Darkness was on the surface of the deep and God’s Spirit was hovering over the surface of the waters.

Genesis 1:3

God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.

Genesis 1:4

God saw the light, and saw that it was good. God divided the light from the darkness.

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