Genesis 8:6-8 And it came to pass at the end of forty days, that Noah opened the window of the ark which he had made:… A sailing vessel was driven before the hurricane — a white bird suddenly descended on the mast: the hearts of the crew were cheered; hope dawned...Such consolation may be always mine! One bright, holy, faithful thought is my dove upon the mast. However sadly I toss over the waves of this troublesome, weary world, that gentle bird of paradise revives and strengthens me. It tells me that the storm will soon be over and gone, and the green land, with the singing of birds, is come. (Wilmott.) Parallel Verses KJV: And it came to pass at the end of forty days, that Noah opened the window of the ark which he had made:WEB: It happened at the end of forty days, that Noah opened the window of the ship which he had made, |
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