KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass after seven days, that the waters of the flood were upon the earth.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
After seven days had passed, the floodwaters came upon the earth.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse marks the moment when God's judgment through the great flood actually began after a week of waiting.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of Genesis, God had warned Noah about the impending flood as a judgment on the earth's corruption and violence, instructing him to build an ark and gather his family and animals. Noah obeyed these commands, and after entering the ark as directed, seven days passed before the floodwaters began. This event underscores God's sovereignty and the fulfillment of His warnings in the ancient world.
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