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Genesis 8:18

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And Noah went forth, and his sons, and his wife, and his sons’ wives with him:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So Noah came out of the ark, along with his sons, his wife, and his sons' wives.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows Noah and his family finally leaving the ark after God delivered them safely through the flood.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical narrative of Genesis, Noah and his family had been safely inside the ark during the great Flood that God sent to cleanse the earth of wickedness. After the floodwaters receded and God instructed Noah to exit the ark, this verse describes Noah leading his family out as a sign of obedience and the beginning of a renewed world. This event is part of the larger story where God establishes a fresh start for humanity through Noah's lineage.

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