The answer is: Green

Gen 1:30

In the grand tapestry of creation described in Genesis, we find green making its debut on the scene—an eclectic splash of color marking life and vitality in the world. Genesis 1:30 highlights green as the bounty of growth, with God gifting humans and creatures alike abundant plants to sustain them—a delightful declaration of nature's generosity.

Did you know that green in Ancient Near Eastern cultures often symbolized fertility, rebirth, and renewal? It’s fitting that this color emerges right before humanity's journey begins, effectively grounding us in the environment where life flourishes. When we think of icons like rainbows or verdant fields in biblical literature, green represents hope amid difficulties—a bit like the olive leaf Noah's dove brought back as a sign that the flood was over (Genesis 8:11).

Furthermore, in the larger context of the Bible's narrative, the presence of green often signifies God’s sustaining presence and God’s promises of flourishing life. Throughout Scripture, references to being "planted" like a tree by water allude to enduring strength found in the fertility represented by green—remember Jeremiah 17:7-8? The mentioned trees invite us to tap into that sense of eternal growth. So the first color recorded is more than just a shade; it brushes the very essence of creation and providence!