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Tradition states that Hebrew was in general use (Rashi commentary, Genesis 11:1) as the lingua franca, and the various family-clans each also had their own distinct language (Torah-Temimah commentary, Genesis ch.11). See also:

The origins of Hebrew

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What is the New Testament word for flood?

the word flood is the same in the English translation for both the old and new testament. I am not sure what your question is really asking.


How long did the Great Flood last?

The Great Flood, as outlined in various religious texts such as the Bible and the Quran, is said to have lasted for 40 days and 40 nights.


The great flood was described as?

Various descriptions and terms have been used to describe the great flood. It has been called variously, 'the Flood of Noah', 'Noah's Flood', 'The Deluge', a 'Cataclysm', or simply 'The Flood' as distinct from any particular local flood. Interestingly, the Hebrew word 'mabul' also makes this distinction in that it is a word which includes all of the above meanings, as distinct from any local flood, no matter how great and devastating.


How many years between the flood and the tower of babel?

The Bible does not provide a specific number of years between the Great Flood and the Tower of Babel. According to the Bible, the Great Flood occurred during the time of Noah, while the Tower of Babel incident happened several generations later, during the time of Nimrod. Based on the genealogies provided in the Bible, estimates suggest that it could have been several hundred years between the two events.


Why did god promise not to flood the earth with water again?

because back in noah's days, God had to flood it to teach his people. and since God love's us, he wont do it ever again. nbut you must understand he said "i will never flood the WHOLE EARTH' so that means, there will BE floods, just not the whole earth at once.

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How long did the rain last during the great flood?

It rained for 40 days & 40 nights, but the flood itself lasted 150 days


How Many People Died In The Great Flood Of 1993?

3


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How many people drowned in bostons great molasses flood?

21 people died.


What was the date of the river severn flood in 2007?

The River Severn had a major flood in 2007. There were no people injured in this great flood and no property was damaged.


Who saved the people from the flood?

If you're asking about the great Flood in Noah's time, it was God who preserved the lives of Noah and his family.


Who are the most intelligent people alive?

defiantly the great Jack Clews and Will Flood.


How did the great flood recover?

it would be helpful if we knew which great flood you mean...


When did Great Sheffield Flood happen?

Great Sheffield Flood happened in 1864.


Root word diluvian definition before the flood?

"Diluvian" comes from the Latin word "diluvium," meaning "flood." Before the flood, the term "diluvian" would typically be used to describe something related to or occurring during a great flood event.


Why to people come to the UK?

To experience the same culture as the great Jack Clews and Will Flood.


Did the great flood occur before or after the destruction of sodom?

The Great Flood, as described in the Bible, is traditionally understood to have occurred before the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. According to the biblical timeline, the Flood took place in the time of Noah, while the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah occurred later during the time of Abraham. Therefore, the Great Flood predates the events surrounding Sodom's destruction.