Noah and the Flood
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7.1
- proper noun
- Literature
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Noé y el Diluvio
- The story of Noah and the Flood teaches us about obedience.
Examples
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Many artists have depicted Noah and the Flood in classic paintings throughout history.
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The story of Noah and the Flood is often cited as a lesson on obedience and faith in religious teachings.
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Researchers have explored historical and geological explanations for the legend of Noah and the Flood.
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Many artists have depicted Noah and the Flood in their works.
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In the Book of Genesis, Noah and the Flood serve as a warning about the consequences of human sin.
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The story of Noah and the Flood teaches about faith and obedience to God.
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Many artists have depicted the moment of Noah and the Flood, showcasing the dramatic rise of water engulfing the earth.
Synonyms
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8.2
A great covering of water God sent in the Bible to destroy life, saving Noah and animals in an ark
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A great flood sent by God in the Bible story of Noah that destroys the world because people are wicked
A great flood in the Bible during Noah's time
Surface Forms
Morphology
The phrase is compositionally built from the proper name 'Noah' plus 'flood' and thus a learner who knows both constituents can directly infer it refers to Noah together with a great flood (i.e. the biblical event). While deeper religious or cultural details require background knowledge, the referential meaning is derivable from the parts and is therefore transparent.
Etymology
Noah and the Flood is the Bible story of Noah, who built a large boat called an ark to save his family and animals when God sent a huge flood that covered the earth. That clear image of an ark with rising water explains why the phrase means the 'great flood' from the Bible and is used to talk about complete destruction or a huge, world-changing event.