Genesis 7:18 nasb — The water prevailed and increased greatly upon the earth, and the ark floated on the surface of the water.

NASB

"The water prevailed and increased greatly upon the earth, and the ark floated on the surface of the water."

— Genesis 7:18, NASB

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Genesis 7 — Context

15

So they went into the ark to Noah, by twos of all flesh in which was the breath of life.

16

Those that entered, male and female of all flesh, entered as God had commanded him; and the LORD closed it behind him.

17

Then the flood came upon the earth for forty days, and the water increased and lifted up the ark, so that it rose above the earth.

18

The water prevailed and increased greatly upon the earth, and the ark floated on the surface of the water.

19

The water prevailed more and more upon the earth, so that all the high mountains everywhere under the heavens were covered.

20

The water prevailed fifteen cubits higher, and the mountains were covered.

21

All flesh that moved on the earth perished, birds and cattle and beasts and every swarming thing that swarms upon the earth, and all mankind;

Genesis 7:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 7:18 say?
Genesis 7:18 in the NASB reads: “The water prevailed and increased greatly upon the earth, and the ark floated on the surface of the water.”
Where is Genesis 7:18 in the Bible?
Genesis 7:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 7, verse 18.
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 7:18.
What translation should I read Genesis 7:18 in?
Genesis 7:18 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 7:18?
Genesis 7:18 reads (NASB): “The water prevailed and increased greatly upon the earth, and the ark floated on the surface of the water.” 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.
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