Genesis 7:20
“Fifteen cubits upward did the waters prevail; and the mountains were covered.”

What does Genesis 7:20 mean?
Genesis 7:20 (KJV): Fifteen cubits upward did the waters prevail; and the mountains were covered. The verse Genesis 7:20 depicts the height and intensity of the Great Flood that is described in the Book of Genesis. In this verse, it is stated that the waters prevailed to a…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Depths of God’s Judgement and Grace
As we delve into the story of Noah’s Ark, particularly Genesis 7:20, where it states, "Fifteen cubits upward did the waters prevail; and the mountains were covered," we are confronted with the profound themes of judgement, salvation, and the unfathomable depth of God's grace…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Divine Preservation Amidst Life's Floods
O Sovereign Lord, Creator of the heavens and the earth, we come before You with humility and reverence. As we reflect upon Your Word, specifically Genesis 7:20, where it is declared, "Fifteen cubits upward did the waters prevail; and the mountains were covered," we are reminded…
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