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10 His kingdom began in the cities of Babel, Erech, Akkad, and Calneh, all located in the land of Shinar.

Passage themes

Nimrod's kingdom — the beginning of his kingdom
The city of Babel — Babel
Calneh, a judged city — Calneh
Shinar, land of exile — in the land of Shinar

Notes and references

“Babel” or “Babylon.” Nimrod is the first person in Scripture described as having a kingdom, normally associated with an imposed rule using force.
“Shinar”: or “Babylonia.”

Events in this chapter

10.1 — Premières nations et dispersion

Did you know?

Un nom né d'un combat Le nom « Israël » naît dans la Genèse. Après avoir lutté avec Dieu toute une nuit, Jacob reçoit ce nouveau nom qui signifie « il a lutté avec Dieu » (Genèse 32:28). Un peuple entier portera le nom de cet homme transformé.

About this book

Author: Moïse · Written: XVe – XIIIe siècle av. J.-C. · Reading time: ≈ 3h30 · Characters: Adam, Ève, Noé, Abraham (Abram), Sara (Saraï), Isaac, Jacob (Israël), Joseph

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