Genesis 7:20
“The waters rose fifteen cubits higher, and the mountains were covered.”
What does Genesis 7:20 mean?
When the floodwaters kept rising and rose an additional fifteen cubits (roughly 22 feet), even the highest peaks disappeared beneath the surface. This detail emphasizes just how catastrophic and total the flood was, not just a localized event but a world-altering deluge that left nowhere to escape. The image is meant to convey complete devastation and the overwhelming power of what was happening, making it clear why those in the ark were safe while everything outside was lost. For anyone facing a season of feeling overwhelmed or out of control, this verse reminds us that God sees and preserves what matters even when circumstances feel completely submerged in darkness.