Genesis 7:22
Genesis 7:22 in Multiple Translations
Of all that was on dry land, everything that had the breath of life in its nostrils died.
All in whose nostrils was the breath of life, of all that was in the dry land, died.
all in whose nostrils was the breath of the spirit of life, of all that was on the dry land, died.
Everything on the dry land, in which was the breath of life, came to its end.
Everything on land that breathed, died.
Euery thing in whose nostrels the spirit of life did breathe, whatsoeuer they were in the drie land, they died.
all in whose nostrils [is] breath of a living spirit — of all that [is] in the dry land — have died.
All on the dry land, in whose nostrils was the breath of the spirit of life, died.
All in whose nostrils was the breath of life, of all that was on the dry land, died.
And all things wherein there is the breath of life on the earth, died.
On the land, ◄everything that breathed/every living thing► died.
They all died, everything that breathed air and lived on the ground.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 7:22
Study Notes — Genesis 7:22
- Context
- Cross References
- Genesis 7:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 7:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 7:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 7:22
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 7:22
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 7:22
- Sermons on Genesis 7:22
Context — The Great Flood
22Of all that was on dry land, everything that had the breath of life in its nostrils died.
23And every living thing on the face of the earth was destroyed—man and livestock, crawling creatures and birds of the air; they were blotted out from the earth, and only Noah and those with him in the ark remained. 24And the waters prevailed upon the earth for 150 days.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 2:7 | Then the LORD God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed the breath of life into his nostrils, and the man became a living being. |
| 2 | Genesis 6:17 | And behold, I will bring floodwaters upon the earth to destroy every creature under the heavens that has the breath of life. Everything on the earth will perish. |
Genesis 7:22 Summary
[Genesis 7:22 tells us that everything on dry land that had the breath of life in its nostrils died in the flood. This means that all people and animals outside of the ark were destroyed, as God had warned would happen (Genesis 6:13). The flood was a powerful reminder of God's judgment on sin, but also of His mercy and love for those who obey Him (Genesis 8:1). By trusting in God and following His instructions, like Noah did, we can experience His salvation and new life (2 Peter 3:9)]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have 'the breath of life in its nostrils'?
This phrase, found in Genesis 7:22, refers to the life-giving breath that God breathed into His creation, as seen in Genesis 2:7, where God formed man and 'breathed the breath of life into him'
Why did everything on dry land die in the flood?
According to Genesis 7:22, everything on dry land that had the breath of life died because of God's judgment on the wickedness of humanity, as stated in Genesis 6:5-7
Did any living creatures survive the flood?
Yes, Noah and those with him in the ark, as well as the animals God instructed Noah to bring into the ark, survived the flood, as recorded in Genesis 7:23 and Genesis 8:1
What can we learn from the extent of the flood's destruction?
The destruction of every living thing on dry land, as described in Genesis 7:22, demonstrates the severity of God's judgment and the importance of obedience to His will, as seen in Genesis 6:9-22
Reflection Questions
- How does the idea of 'the breath of life' impact my understanding of God's role in creation?
- What can I learn from the story of the flood about God's justice and mercy?
- In what ways can I apply the lesson of obedience from Noah's story to my own life?
- How does the account of the flood's destruction shape my perspective on the importance of faith and trust in God?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 7:22
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 7:22
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 7:22
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 7:22
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 7:22
Sermons on Genesis 7:22
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Two Roads Two Destinies 09 Ireland st.chapel by Worth Ellis | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being active and engaged in the word of God. He criticizes those who are complacent and just going through the motions of |
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Spirit of Life by Michael Koulianos | Michael Koulianos emphasizes the significance of the Holy Spirit as the 'Spirit of Life,' urging believers to cultivate a deeper dependency on Him. He shares a personal experience |
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(Genesis) Genesis 5:1-2 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the book of Genesis, specifically chapter 5, which focuses on the generations of Adam. The speaker highlights the significance of the two line |
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Revival (Alternative Version) by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the brutal treatment of slaves in the past, highlighting the inhumane conditions they endured. He emphasizes the importance of the Holy Spiri |
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Ye Are Come to Zion - Part 2 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of believers receiving and possessing the life of Christ. He highlights that our existence is justified by the fact that many |
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You Are the Pearl of Great Value by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker begins by emphasizing the importance of realizing how valuable we are in the eyes of God. He believes that the greatest problem of humanity is our failu |
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(Trees in the Christian Experience) 1. the Man Behind the Tree by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher discusses five incidents from the Scriptures where a tree is significant. The first incident is the story of the man behind the tree in Genesis chapter |







