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Book of Genesis - Chapter 7 - Verse 20

7:20
Fifteen cubits upward did the waters prevail; and the mountains were covered.

Meaning

In this verse from the story of Noah's Ark in the book of Genesis, the narrator describes how the flood waters rose to cover the earth. The phrase "Fifteen cubits upward did the waters prevail" indicates that the flood waters reached a height of approximately 22.5 feet above the highest mountains. This catastrophic event is meant to symbolize the extent of God's judgment on humanity for their wickedness. The phrase "and the mountains were covered" emphasizes the immense power and magnitude of the flood, as even the tallest peaks were completely submerged. This verse serves as a reminder of the consequences of disobedience and the importance of following God's will. It is a powerful testament to the destructive force of nature and the mercy of God in sparing Noah and his family to restart humanity after the flood waters receded.

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