The Tree of Knowledge

The tree of knowledge is a tree that features in the opening chapters of the book of Genesis. God causes the tree to grow in the Garden of Eden, and commands Adam not to eat from it, lest he die. In the following chapter, Eve, following the enticing of a snake, notices the desirable qualities of a tree in the Garden. She eats from the tree's fruits and gives to Adam as well. God then calls out to Adam, and describes consequences that the snake, Eve, and Adam will each face as a result of their actions.