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Ep 12 - The Rise of Nimrod and the Tower of Babel

Voyage | Book of Revelation & Genesis | Shalom World

We explore the biblical account of the descendants of Noah and the tragic consequences of human pride and rebellion against God as written in Chapters 9, 10, and 11 of the Book of Genesis. Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan explains that after the flood, Japheth, Ham, and Shem, the three sons of Noah, spread across different parts of the world. Noah's fall from grace and nakedness exposed the vulnerability of human nature to intemperance and impurity. Adam and Noah shared several similarities, such as being made Lord of the Earth to losing the garment of grace which brought a curse upon their posterity.  Nimrod, a descendant of Ham, became the first tyrant and anti-God figure, ruling in independence of God's will. Nimrod's pride and ambition to make a name for himself exemplify the human desire for security, fame, and power. This led to the building of the Tower of Babel, which symbolized human rebellion against God and the scattering of people across the world. The focus of human worship shifted from God to power, prestige, success, and wealth, leading to the way of Cain and the Nephilim. Pride, arrogance, dominance, and violence became the deadly sins that bring human beings into absolute opposition to God and block His plan for His kingdom on earth. The kingdom of man in opposition to the kingdom of God continues to this day, and the deadly sins imprinted by Satan still affect human behavior. However, the infinite patience of God is divine, and His promise of future redemption gives hope for a restored relationship with Him. Bible References: * Gen. 9:18 - The sons of Noah went to different parts of the world * Gen. 9:24 - Noah cursed Canaan * Gen. 9:27 - Prophesy about the Gentiles * Gen. 9:2 - Noah was made lord of the earth * Gen. 9:1 - Noah was told to be fruitful and multiply * Gen. 9:20 - Noah is to cultivate the earth * Gen. 9:21 - Noah lost the garment of grace * Gen. 9:23-25 - 2 of Noah’s sons cover Noah * Gen. 3:15 - Promise to Adam * Gen. 10:6 - Kush, son of Ham and father of Nimrod * Gen. 11:1 - 1 language for the whole earth * Gen. 11:2-6 - Rebellion against God’s will * Gen. 11:7 - Plurality of persons in God * Gen. 18 - 3 Persons come to Abraham * Gen. 10:9 - Nimrod was a mighty hunter Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan takes you through the origin story of God’s people shown to us in the Book of Genesis. Here is an opportunity to explore the early history of God’s people. With historical and Scriptural references, each session will open your eyes to the mystery of God’s creation.  Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/