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The Hebrew word elohim is a plural form of el(god) and, when used with plural verbs or in a plural context, means 'gods'; when used with a singular verb it came to mean 'God' - a kind of royal plural. Generally, early biblical translators substituted terms such as 'Lord' because they misunderstood the nuances or the Hebrew plural, or because they did not accept that The Bible could be talking about gods.
In Genesis 18:2, the three men are elohim and, elsewhere, the English translation 'Lord' is variously to all or one of the three men (gods). The modern explanation is that the men were really angels. First, the gods told the elderly Sarah that she would have a child. Sarah laughed at this but, when rebuked said that she had not laughed but was afraid of them. Then the gods turned to go to Sodom and Gomorrah, to bring about their destruction, although the discussion immediately turns to just one city. Abraham argued with them that they should not destroy the city if there were any righteous people living there.
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Do you have a Bible lesson on Genesis chapter 37?
What happened in Genesis chapter 37.
How many verses in chapter 1 of genesis?
In the book of Genesis chapter 1 there are a total of 31 verses in it.
What does two by two mean in genesis chapter 7 verse 9?
It means the animals entered the ark in pairs.
What does genesis chapter 3 verse 22 mean?
Genesis chapter 3 verse 22 means that once Adam and eve , both ate the forbidden fruit .They both came to know about right and wrong nd became like god.
What is the first chapter in the bible and who wrote it?
The first book in the Bible was Genesis. That chapter tells us how the earth was formed. In the beginning......... The person who wrote Genesis was Moses.
Where is Lamech in Bible?
It can be found in genesis chapter 4 verse 18.
Do you have a Bible lesson on Genesis chapter 37?
What happened in Genesis chapter 37.
What does Genesis chapter 18 verse 24 say?
In the English Standard Version; Genesis 18:24 says this "Suppose there are fifty righteous within the city. Will you then sweep away the place and not spare it for the fifty righteous who are in it?"
Is Genesis the first chapter in the Bible?
Genesis is the first BOOK of the Bible.Genesis 1 is the first chapter.
How many verses in chapter 1 of genesis?
In the book of Genesis chapter 1 there are a total of 31 verses in it.
How many verses in chapter 1 in the book of genesis?
There are 31 verses in chapter 1 of the book of Genesis.
The story of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah is in what chapter of the book of Genesis?
The story of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah is in Genesis Chapter 19.
What is Genesis 9?
Genesis chapter 9 is about gods covenant with Noah.
What does two by two mean in genesis chapter 7 verse 9?
It means the animals entered the ark in pairs.
What does genesis chapter 3 verse 22 mean?
Genesis chapter 3 verse 22 means that once Adam and eve , both ate the forbidden fruit .They both came to know about right and wrong nd became like god.
What does genesis chapter 2 mean?
In Genesis chapter 2, it describes the creation of man and woman, the Garden of Eden, and God's command to not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. It establishes the close relationship between God and humanity, as well as the consequences of disobedience.
What does luke 20 18 20 mean?
Luke chapter 20 verses 18 to 20
