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Genesis 6:11

corrupt The full strength of the word would rather be given by "corrupted." LXX ἐφθάρη, Lat. corrupta est, "was marred, ruined." "Before God," i.e. according to the standard of His judgement. "God" is here ha-Elohim, i.e. theGod, theElohim, absolutely.

violence The particular form of wickedness represented by this word, here and in Genesis 6:13, is doubtless meant to be impious insolence and active disregard of all law of right and wrong. LXX ἀδικίας and Lat. iniquitatemiss the specific thought of "violence."

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