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Book of Genesis - Chapter 11 - Verse 7

11:7
Go to, let us go down, and there confound their language, that they may not understand one another's speech.

Meaning

Genesis 11:7 is a verse that reveals the story of the Tower of Babel. In this verse, God speaks to the heavenly beings, suggesting a course of action to prevent the people from completing the massive tower they had started building. The phrase "Go to, let us go down, and there confound their language, that they may not understand one another's speech," emphasizes God's power and authority over humanity. By confusing their language, God effectively halts the construction of the tower and scatters the people across the earth. This event is seen as a punishment for human arrogance and pride, as the people had sought to build a tower to reach the heavens and make a name for themselves. The verse serves as a reminder of the importance of humility and the consequences of defying God's will.

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