The Autistic Parashah | Bereshit
Parashat Bereshit begins with two creation stories, which can be confusing.
Historically, most people focus on the second story - the one that emphasizes humans’ domination over the world, with men created first, followed by animals and nature, and the first woman emerging from the man.
This version has led society to prioritize human control over the environment and hierarchy between genders.
But I’d like to focus on the first creation story. It’s one of interconnectedness and inclusion. Here, humans come last in the order of creation, reminding us that we are not superior to nature but part of it.
In this version, humans are created as non-binary beings, encompassing all genders. It’s a narrative that promotes equality and highlights the sacred relationship between humanity and the natural world.
