Genesis 7:15
Genesis 7:15 in Multiple Translations
They came to Noah to enter the ark, two by two of every creature with the breath of life.
And they went in unto Noah into the ark, two and two of all flesh, wherein is the breath of life.
And they went in unto Noah into the ark, two and two of all flesh wherein is the breath of life.
They went with Noah into the ark, two and two of all flesh in which is the breath of life.
They all came into the ark with Noah in pairs—every living thing that breathes.
For they came to Noah into ye Arke, two and two, of all flesh wherein is ye breath of life.
And they come in unto Noah, unto the ark, two by two of all the flesh in which [is] a living spirit;
Pairs from all flesh with the breath of life in them went into the ship to Noah.
And they went in to Noah into the ark, two and two of all flesh, in which is the breath of life.
Went in to Noe into the ark, two and two of all flesh, wherein was the breath of life.
Pairs of all animals came to Noah and entered the boat.
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Genesis 7:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּבֹ֥אוּ
אֶל
נֹ֖חַ
אֶל
הַ/תֵּבָ֑ה
שְׁנַ֤יִם
שְׁנַ֨יִם֙
מִ/כָּל
הַ/בָּשָׂ֔ר
אֲשֶׁר
בּ֖/וֹ
ר֥וּחַ
חַיִּֽים
וַ/יָּבֹ֥אוּ
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
נֹ֖חַ
Nôach
H5146
Noah
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ/תֵּבָ֑ה
têbâh
H8392
ark
Art | N-fs
שְׁנַ֤יִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
שְׁנַ֨יִם֙
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
מִ/כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
הַ/בָּשָׂ֔ר
bâsâr
H1320
flesh
Art | N-ms
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
בּ֖/וֹ
Prep | Suff
ר֥וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
spirit
N-cs
חַיִּֽים
chay
H2416
alive
N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 7:15
וַ/יָּבֹ֥אוּ
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
נֹ֖חַ
Nôach
H5146
"Noah"
N-proper
Noah, the patriarch who built the ark to save his family and two of every kind of animal from the flood, is the namesake of this Hebrew word. He is first mentioned in Genesis 5:29 as the son of Lamech. His story is a crucial part of biblical history.
Definition: A man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.5.29; son of: Lamech (H3929H); father of: Shem (H8035), Ham (H2526) and Japheth (H3315) Also named: Nōe (Νῶε "Noah" G3575) § Noah = "rest" son of Lamech, father of Shem, Ham, and Japheth; builder of the ark which saved his family from the destruction of the world which God sent on the world by the flood; became the new seminal head of mankind because his family were the only survivors of the flood
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Noah. See also: Genesis 5:29; Genesis 8:11; Isaiah 54:9.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הַ/תֵּבָ֑ה
têbâh
H8392
"ark"
Art | N-fs
The word tebáh means ark, like the vessel Noah built or the basket that held Moses as a baby. It is often translated as ark in the Bible.
Definition: 1) ark 1a) vessel which Noah built 1b) basket vessel in which Moses was placed
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: ark. See also: Genesis 6:14; Genesis 7:23; Exodus 2:5.
שְׁנַ֤יִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
שְׁנַ֨יִם֙
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
מִ/כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ/בָּשָׂ֔ר
bâsâr
H1320
"flesh"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for flesh refers to the body or a person, and can also describe living things or animals. In the Bible, it is used to describe humans and animals, as in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: 1) flesh 1a) of the body 1a1) of humans 1a2) of animals 1b) the body itself 1c) male organ of generation (euphemism) 1d) kindred, blood-relations 1e) flesh as frail or erring (man against God) 1f) all living things 1g) animals 1h) mankind Aramaic equivalent: be.shar (בְּשַׁר "flesh" H1321)
Usage: Occurs in 241 OT verses. KJV: body, (fat, lean) flesh(-ed), kin, (man-) kind, [phrase] nakedness, self, skin. See also: Genesis 2:21; Numbers 11:21; Psalms 16:9.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
בּ֖/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
ר֥וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
"spirit"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.
חַיִּֽים
chay
H2416
"alive"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means life or being alive. It can refer to physical life, like in Genesis 1:20, or spiritual life, like in Psalm 30:5.
Definition: adj 1) living, alive 1a) green (of vegetation) 1b) flowing, fresh (of water) 1c) lively, active (of man) 1d) reviving (of the springtime) Aramaic equivalent: chay (חַי "living" H2417)
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] age, alive, appetite, (wild) beast, company, congregation, life(-time), live(-ly), living (creature, thing), maintenance, [phrase] merry, multitude, [phrase] (be) old, quick, raw, running, springing, troop. See also: Genesis 1:20; Deuteronomy 4:9; 2 Kings 5:16.
Study Notes — Genesis 7:15
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- Context
- Cross References
- Genesis 7:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 7:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 7:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 7:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 7:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 7:15
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 7:15
- Sermons on Genesis 7:15
Context — The Great Flood
13On that very day Noah entered the ark, along with his sons Shem, Ham, and Japheth, and his wife, and the three wives of his sons—
14they and every kind of wild animal, livestock, crawling creature, bird, and winged creature.
15They came to Noah to enter the ark, two by two of every creature with the breath of life.
16And they entered, the male and female of every living thing, as God had commanded Noah. Then the LORD shut him in. 17For forty days the flood kept coming on the earth, and the waters rose and lifted the ark high above the earth.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 6:19–20 | And you are to bring two of every living creature into the ark—male and female—to keep them alive with you. Two of every kind of bird and animal and crawling creature will come to you to be kept alive. |
| 2 | Isaiah 11:6 | The wolf will live with the lamb, and the leopard will lie down with the goat; the calf and young lion and fatling will be together, and a little child will lead them. |
Genesis 7:15 Summary
This verse tells us that the animals came to the ark, two by two, just like God had instructed Noah. It shows us that God is in control and provides for His creation, just like He provided for the animals in the ark. As we read in Genesis 1:30, God gives life to all living creatures, and this verse reminds us of the importance of preserving life. By trusting in God's plan, just like the animals did, we can find peace and security in His care, as seen in Psalm 91:4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the creatures came 'two by two' to enter the ark?
This refers to the fact that God instructed Noah to bring two of every kind of animal into the ark, one male and one female, so that they could reproduce and replenish the earth after the flood, as seen in Genesis 6:20 and Genesis 7:15.
How did all the animals find their way to the ark?
The Bible does not provide a detailed explanation, but it is clear that God was involved in bringing the animals to the ark, as stated in Genesis 7:15, and it is a testament to His power and provision.
What is the significance of the phrase 'with the breath of life'?
This phrase refers to the fact that the animals that entered the ark were living creatures, and it highlights the importance of preserving life, as stated in Genesis 1:30 and Genesis 7:15.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of the flood?
This verse is a pivotal moment in the story of the flood, as it marks the point at which the animals enter the ark and the flood is about to begin, as seen in Genesis 7:16-17, and it sets the stage for the salvation of Noah and his family.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the obedience of Noah and the animals in this verse, and how can we apply that to our own lives?
- How does the fact that God brought the animals to the ark demonstrate His power and provision, and what does that mean for us today?
- What does the phrase 'with the breath of life' teach us about the value and importance of life, and how can we apply that to our relationships with others and with God?
- How can we trust in God's provision and care, just as the animals trusted in God's plan and entered the ark, and what does that look like in our daily lives?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 7:15
And they went in unto Noah into the ark,.... Noah went in first, and the creatures of themselves came to him, or were conducted by the ministry of angels; and they were delivered into his hands, and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 7:15
And they went in unto Noah into the ark, two and two of all flesh, wherein is the breath of life. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 7:15
See Poole on "". i.e. All living creatures forementioned, .
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 7:15
Genesis 7:15 And they went in unto Noah into the ark, two and two of all flesh, wherein [is] the breath of life.Ver. 15. And they went in unto Noah.] Of their own accord, by an instinct from God, whose hosts all creatures are called, for their (1.) number, (2.) order, (3.) obedience.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 7:15
Verse 15. And they went in, &c.] It was physically impossible for Noah to have collected such a vast number of tame and ferocious animals, nor could they have been retained in their wards by mere natural means. How then were they brought from various distances to the ark and preserved there? Only by the power of God. He who first miraculously brought them to Adam that he might give them their names, now brings them to Noah that he may preserve their lives. And now we may reasonably suppose that their natural enmity was so far removed or suspended that the lion might dwell with the lamb, and the wolf lie down with the kid, though each might still require his peculiar aliment. This can be no difficulty to the power of God, without the immediate interposition of which neither the deluge nor the concomitant circumstances could have taken place.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 7:15
15. all flesh … breath of life] See note on Genesis 6:17. two and two] See note on Genesis 6:19-20. LXX adds “male and female.” 16 (P). as God commanded him] This is evidently P’s account: notice the use of Elohim, and the phrase itself, cf. Genesis 6:22, Genesis 7:5; Genesis 7:9. (J) and the Lord shut him in] Notice the introduction of Jehovah. These words are evidently from J, and probably originally concluded the previous account of Noah’s entry into the ark (Genesis 7:7-9) before the seven days mentioned in Genesis 7:10, and before the rain (Genesis 7:12). On the anthropomorphism of this action, see note on Genesis 6:6; and compare Genesis 3:8, Genesis 11:5. 17 (R). forty days] Cf. Genesis 7:12, where the rain lasts for 40 days and 40 nights. Here it is the duration of the Flood. 18 (P). the waters prevailed] The description given in Genesis 7:17 of the rising waters and of the floating ark is here repeated, in order to introduce the record of the more elaborate details contained in Genesis 7:19-20.
Sermons on Genesis 7:15
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(Genesis) Genesis 6:17-22 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Noah and the flood from the Bible. He emphasizes that Noah did not have to go out and hunt the animals for the ark, but rather th |
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Ye Must Be Born Again by Alan Bartley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being born again and coming to God. He warns that those who are not saved will be destroyed and face the judgment of the l |
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The Most Asked Questions on Genesis Answered by Ken Ham | This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding creationism and the reliability of the book of Genesis. It addresses common questions like the origin of races, the flood, an |
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Jesus Above All by R.G. Lee | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experience of attending a gathering where they listened to a recording of a singer who had been dead for 30 years. He mentions that duri |
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(Following the Footsteps of Christ) the Mount of Transfiguration by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the sovereignty of God and the responsibility of man. He mentions that these concepts can be learned from the |
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(Through the Bible) John 16-17 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of God's plan for the world and the current state of rebellion against God. He emphasizes that although we do not yet see all thi |
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New Year Message 2 of 4 :Be Like a Little Child by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of becoming like little children in God's kingdom, focusing on humility, dependence on God, transparency, teachability, and freedom from criti |