And you will take with you into the ark two of every sort of living thing, and keep them safe with you; they will be male and female.
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Two of every sort of bird and cattle and of every sort of living thing which goes on the earth will you take with you to keep them from destruction.
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And make a store of every sort of food for yourself and them.
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And all these things Noah did; as God said, so he did.
Genesis 6:22-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Genesis 6:22-1964 say?
Genesis 6:22-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “And all these things Noah did; as God said, so he did.”
Where is Genesis 6:22-1964 in the Bible?
Genesis 6:22-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 6, verses 22–1964.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 6:22-1964.
What translation should I read Genesis 6:22-1964 in?
Genesis 6:22-1964 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 6:22-1964?
Genesis 6:22-1964 reads (BBE): “And all these things Noah did; as God said, so he did.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.