And the waters prevailed exceedingly upon the earth; and all the high hills, that were under the whole heaven, were covered.
The waters rose tremendously high over the earth, and all the tall mountains under the entire sky were completely covered.
This verse describes how the floodwaters during Noah's time rose so high that they covered even the highest mountains on earth.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical account of the Flood in Genesis, God saw the widespread wickedness of humanity and decided to cleanse the earth through a massive deluge, sparing only Noah, his family, and pairs of animals on the ark. This event unfolded as the rains poured for forty days and nights, with the waters rising to cover the entire landscape, including the highest hills, as a demonstration of divine judgment. The narrative emphasizes God's sovereignty and His commitment to preserving righteousness amid corruption.
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