And GOD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the…
““And GOD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. And it repented the LORD that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him at his heart. And the LORD said, I will destroy man whom I have created from the face of the earth; both man, and beast, and the creeping thing, and the fowls of the air; for it repenteth me that I have made them. (Genesis, 6:5-6:7, King James Bible)””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
God regrets creating humanity due to pervasive evil, deciding to destroy all living beings.
In simple terms: God is upset with humanity’s evil and plans destruction.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on moral choices.
Themes
theology
morality
divine regret
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
scriptural
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- ethical discussions
- spiritual studies
Key Concepts
sin
judgment
creation
destruction
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about divine compassion?
- How should humans respond to moral failings?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across traditions.