Genesis 6:6
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Genesis 6:6 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Genesis 6:6 is a verse from the book of Genesis in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And it repented the LORD that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him at his heart." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Genesis 6:6 — KJV
“And it repented the LORD that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him at his heart.”
— Genesis 6:6 (KJV)
Genesis 6:6 in Context — About the Book of Genesis
Genesis is the book of beginnings — creation, the fall, the flood, and the call of Abraham. It answers the oldest questions: where we came from, why the world is broken, and how God begins His rescue plan through one family. Every major theme in the Bible is planted here as a seed.
Cross-References for Genesis 6:6
“For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day: wherefore the LORD blessed the sabbath day, and hallowed it.”
Shares key themes with Genesis 6:6: lord, made, earth
“It is a sign between me and the children of Israel for ever: for in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, and on the seventh day he rested, and was refreshed.”
Shares key themes with Genesis 6:6: lord, made, earth
“And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD'S offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments.”
Shares key themes with Genesis 6:6: lord, made, heart
“The children of Israel brought a willing offering unto the LORD, every man and woman, whose heart made them willing to bring for all manner of work, which the LORD had commanded to be made by the hand of Moses.”
Shares key themes with Genesis 6:6: lord, made, heart
“But Sihon king of Heshbon would not let us pass by him: for the LORD thy God hardened his spirit, and made his heart obstinate, that he might deliver him into thy hand, as appeareth this day.”
Shares key themes with Genesis 6:6: lord, made, heart
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