Genesis 8:2
Genesis 8:2 Meaning and Explanation
“The fountains also of the deep and the windows of heaven were stopped, and the rain from heaven was restrained;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The sources of floodwater are shut off—rain ceases and the deep springs close.
The Context of Genesis 8:2
Water sources are sealed as the flood's advance is halted.
What Does Genesis 8:2 Mean?
The fountains of the deep and windows of heaven were the two sources of water that flooded the earth. Now both are stopped: the underground springs close and the rain ceases from above, halting the inflow of water.
This dual closure emphasizes the completeness of the water's reversal. What poured in from sky and earth alike now turns off simultaneously, allowing the waters to drain and recede.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 8:2
What does Genesis 8:2 mean?
The sources of floodwater are shut off—rain ceases and the deep springs close.
What is the context of Genesis 8:2?
Water sources are sealed as the flood's advance is halted.