For God took it from the earth (Adam = red earth), mixed with the fire’s centre and the water’s centre; both fire and water-breaths are united in the breath of man, inspired by the Spirit of the eternal world, which introduced the second principle (Spirit) into the heart.
Zanahary shaped Andrianerinerina from the red earth, breathed life into him, and gave him dominion over all creatures.
The name Adam is derived from the red earth, signifying a ruddy complexion.