KJV ORIGINAL
And God looked upon the earth, and, behold, it was corrupt; for all flesh had corrupted his way upon the earth.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And God looked at the earth, and saw that it was corrupt; for all people had turned away from his ways on the earth.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is observing that the entire world has become morally corrupt and turned away from his intended way of living.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes just before the story of Noah's flood, describing the moral state of the world that led God to decide to start over with humanity. In ancient times, this corruption likely included violence, injustice, and abandonment of worship of the true God. The phrase 'all flesh' emphasizes that this wasn't just a few bad people, but a widespread moral decay across civilization.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save