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How long did Noah live for after the flood?
400 years
450 years
300 years
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Click to reveal the answerThe answer is: 350 years
Gen 9:28
Noah, the famous ark-builder, had a post-flood life that spanned an impressive 350 years! A number that’s astounding, yet brings up fascinating discussions about longevity in the early biblical narrative. He lived to be 950 years old in total, which is common in stories from ancient scriptures. Some speculate that these long lifespans are representative of a closeness to God, or perhaps a time when creation had yet to feel the full effects of sin.
After the flood, Noah’s world changed dramatically. You might think he’d welcome a peaceful retirement, but the reality was more complex. He was left to repopulate the earth with his three sons: Shem, Ham, and Japheth. There's also the interesting story where Noah plants a vineyard and ends up intoxicated—showing a very human side of a man chosen for such a monumental task.
Traditionally, waters and storms are often connected in Biblical narratives with themes of rebirth and cleansing. For instance, many scholars draw parallels between Noah's flood and God's later covenant with humanity through Jesus, viewing Noah as a sort of figure echoing deeper biblical themes of redemption.
The account of Noah and his lengthy life offers rich soil for reflection—not just on survival, but on the rebuilding of life after choosing the way of righteousness, exploring friendships while facing family dynamics, and navigating an entirely new creation, which adds layers of intrigue to his story in Genesis!
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