I saw a sadness come over Adam’s countenance. He appeared afraid and astonished. A struggle appeared to be going on in his mind. He felt ... that his wife must die. They must be separated. His love for Eve was strong. And in utter discouragement he resolved to share her fate. He seized the fruit, and quickly ate it. Then Satan exulted.... {FLB 73.5}

Jeg så en sørgmodighed kommer over Adams ansigt. Han så bange og forbavset ud. En kamp viste sig at være i gang hos ham. Han følte . . . at hans hustru måtte dø. De måtte adskilles. Hans kærlighed for Eva var stærk. Og i sin største modløshed bestemte han sig for at dele hendes skæbne. Han greb frugten, og spiste hurtigt af den. Da jublede Satan. . . . .