Genesis 7:22 nasb — of all that was on the dry land, all in whose nostrils was the breath of the spirit of life, died.

NASB

"of all that was on the dry land, all in whose nostrils was the breath of the spirit of life, died."

— Genesis 7:22, NASB

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Genesis 7 — Context

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;

22

of all that was on the dry land, all in whose nostrils was the breath of the spirit of life, died.

23

Thus He blotted out every living thing that was upon the face of the land, from man to animals to creeping things and to birds of the sky, and they were blotted out from the earth; and only Noah was left, together with those that were with him in the ark.

24

The water prevailed upon the earth one hundred and fifty days.

Genesis 7:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 7:22 say?
Genesis 7:22 in the NASB reads: “of all that was on the dry land, all in whose nostrils was the breath of the spirit of life, died.”
Where is Genesis 7:22 in the Bible?
Genesis 7:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 7, verse 22.
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 7:22.
What translation should I read Genesis 7:22 in?
Genesis 7:22 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 7:22?
Genesis 7:22 reads (NASB): “of all that was on the dry land, all in whose nostrils was the breath of the spirit of life, died.” 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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