And the waters prevailed, and were increased greatly upon the earth; and the ark went upon the face of the waters.
The flood waters rose higher and higher, covering more and more of the earth, while the ark floated on top of the water.
This verse describes how the flood waters kept rising and spreading across the earth, while Noah's ark safely floated on the surface.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of Genesis, God decided to cleanse the earth of widespread corruption by sending a great flood as an act of judgment on humanity's sin. Noah, described as a righteous man, was chosen by God to build an ark and preserve his family along with pairs of every kind of animal. This verse specifically depicts the rising floodwaters covering the earth, with the ark floating safely upon them as part of God's plan for renewal.
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