The price of knowledge

The Price of Knowledge: A Biblical Drama in Two Acts

Genre: Biblical Drama

Themes:

Disobedience and its consequences
The burden of knowledge
The importance of choice and responsibility
The nature of good and evil
The complexities of parenting
Description:

This short drama reimagines the story of Adam and Eve's temptation and expulsion from the Garden of Eden.

Act 1:

The drama opens with Eve captivated by the forbidden Tree of Knowledge.
The Serpent, personifying temptation, appears and convinces Eve (and subsequently Adam) to eat the fruit, promising them godlike knowledge.
Act 2:

Years later, after being cast out of the Garden, Adam and Eve face the harsh realities of their choice.
Their newfound knowledge comes with the burden of responsibility and the understanding of good and evil.
The introduction of their son, Cain, hints at the potential for violence and the dark side of human nature unleashed by the pursuit of knowledge without wisdom.
Ending:

The drama concludes with Adam and Eve acknowledging the consequences of their actions and the importance of guiding their children towards not just knowledge, but also compassion and wisdom.

Style:

The drama uses simple language that reflects the biblical context.
The dialogue is concise and focused, highlighting the internal struggles of the characters.
The focus is on the emotional and philosophical consequences of Adam and Eve's choice.