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The angelic creatures view is the most widely accepted view among Old Testament writers.
The angelic creatures view is the most widely accepted view among Old Testament writers.
True (A)
The apostate Sethites view is the most widely accepted view among Old Testament writers.
The apostate Sethites view is the most widely accepted view among Old Testament writers.
False (B)
The ambitious despots view is supported by a large number of Old Testament writers.
The ambitious despots view is supported by a large number of Old Testament writers.
False (B)
The Nephilim are seen as the product of the marriage between angelic creatures and human beings.
The Nephilim are seen as the product of the marriage between angelic creatures and human beings.
Wayne House's chart number 42 presents only one view of the Genesis 6 passage.
Wayne House's chart number 42 presents only one view of the Genesis 6 passage.
Noah is the only man who did not find favour in the eyes of God.
Noah is the only man who did not find favour in the eyes of God.
The passage in Genesis 6 about the sons of God and the daughters of men is considered one of the most clear and straightforward passages in the Old Testament.
The passage in Genesis 6 about the sons of God and the daughters of men is considered one of the most clear and straightforward passages in the Old Testament.
Liberal theologians believe that the account of the sons of God and the daughters of men in Genesis 6 is a historical fact.
Liberal theologians believe that the account of the sons of God and the daughters of men in Genesis 6 is a historical fact.
The passage in Genesis 6 is about the post-flood description of man's regeneration.
The passage in Genesis 6 is about the post-flood description of man's regeneration.
Conservative theologians believe that the passage in Genesis 6 is about angels having children with humans.
Conservative theologians believe that the passage in Genesis 6 is about angels having children with humans.
The author of the text is certain about the meaning of the passage in Genesis 6.
The author of the text is certain about the meaning of the passage in Genesis 6.
The passage in Genesis 6 is only a few verses long and then moves on to the story of Noah.
The passage in Genesis 6 is only a few verses long and then moves on to the story of Noah.
The fallen race of humans did not experience a rapid development and expansion across the globe.
The fallen race of humans did not experience a rapid development and expansion across the globe.
The flood destroyed all human life, including Noah's family.
The flood destroyed all human life, including Noah's family.
There was a 120-year waiting period before the flood during which humans became better.
There was a 120-year waiting period before the flood during which humans became better.
The episode of the sons of God in Genesis 6:1-4 is clearly about angelic beings.
The episode of the sons of God in Genesis 6:1-4 is clearly about angelic beings.
The passage suggests that the corruption of mankind was a gradual process that occurred over many years.
The passage suggests that the corruption of mankind was a gradual process that occurred over many years.
The Genesis account is a mythological or legendary narrative rather than a historical narrative.
The Genesis account is a mythological or legendary narrative rather than a historical narrative.
Sons of God would be a separate set of beings or race creatures that are judged separately from mankind.
Sons of God would be a separate set of beings or race creatures that are judged separately from mankind.
The text concludes that the sons of God are definitely angelic beings.
The text concludes that the sons of God are definitely angelic beings.
The text suggests that the wickedness of men is seen in their polygamy and violence towards women.
The text suggests that the wickedness of men is seen in their polygamy and violence towards women.
The daughters of men in the text refer to the offspring of the Canine line.
The daughters of men in the text refer to the offspring of the Canine line.
The text assumes that every member of a godly line is classified as a godly person.
The text assumes that every member of a godly line is classified as a godly person.
The text advises against reconstructing a whole picture from limited information.
The text advises against reconstructing a whole picture from limited information.
The daughters of men were primarily attracted to the sons of god because of their beauty.
The daughters of men were primarily attracted to the sons of god because of their beauty.
The Nephilim were the direct offspring of the marriages between the sons of god and the daughters of men.
The Nephilim were the direct offspring of the marriages between the sons of god and the daughters of men.
The term 'sons of god' is used to describe angelic beings in the biblical text.
The term 'sons of god' is used to describe angelic beings in the biblical text.
The Nephilim are described in the biblical text as being monstrosities or giants.
The Nephilim are described in the biblical text as being monstrosities or giants.
The marrying between the sons of god and the daughters of men resulted in the creation of a new, hybrid species.
The marrying between the sons of god and the daughters of men resulted in the creation of a new, hybrid species.
The flood destroyed the Nephilim, and they did not reappear afterwards.
The flood destroyed the Nephilim, and they did not reappear afterwards.
The phrase 'sons of God' in the Old Testament can only refer to angels.
The phrase 'sons of God' in the Old Testament can only refer to angels.
In Genesis 6, the 'sons of God' are definitely angelic creatures.
In Genesis 6, the 'sons of God' are definitely angelic creatures.
The passage in Genesis 6 is about the relationships between men and women.
The passage in Genesis 6 is about the relationships between men and women.
The phrase 'sons of God' in Job 38:7 refers to angels.
The phrase 'sons of God' in Job 38:7 refers to angels.
Genesis 6 is about polygamy and harem gathering.
Genesis 6 is about polygamy and harem gathering.
The author of the text is uncertain about the meaning of the passage in Genesis 6.
The author of the text is uncertain about the meaning of the passage in Genesis 6.
The passage in Genesis 6 is only about the story of Noah.
The passage in Genesis 6 is only about the story of Noah.
The phrase 'Elohim' can only be used to refer to God.
The phrase 'Elohim' can only be used to refer to God.
The passage in Genesis 6 is a clear and straightforward passage.
The passage in Genesis 6 is a clear and straightforward passage.
Liberal theologians do not believe that the account of the sons of God and the daughters of men in Genesis 6 is a historical fact.
Liberal theologians do not believe that the account of the sons of God and the daughters of men in Genesis 6 is a historical fact.
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Study Notes
Genesis 6: Angels and the Sons of God
- The passage in Genesis 6 is notoriously enigmatic and has been controversial for 2,000 years.
- There are three main views on the interpretation of the passage:
- Angelic creatures view: supernatural beings (e.g., demonic) marrying human women.
- Apostate Sethites view: godly lineage of Seth marrying ungodly women of the line of Cain.
- Ambitious despots view: mighty rulers or kings marrying women.
The Context of Genesis 6
- The passage describes the pre-flood degeneration of mankind.
- The wickedness of man was great, and God's spirit would not strive with man forever.
- There were giants in the earth in those days, and the sons of God came into the daughters of men.
- The text establishes the corruption of mankind, and God's decision to destroy the earth with a flood.
Observations on the Passage
- The passage is historical narrative, not mythological or legendary.
- Angels are not in the immediate or remote context, so it's uncertain whether "sons of God" refers to angelic beings.
- The focus of the passage is on the judgment of man, not angels.
- If "sons of God" refers to angelic beings, it's unclear why they are not judged separately.
- Alternatively, "sons of God" could refer to a group of men within mankind, possibly associated with the lineage of Seth.
- The passage does not provide clear information about the identity of the "sons of God" or the nature of their sin.
The Problem of Interpretation
- The passage is brief and mysterious, leading to many questions and few answers.
- Importing meaning from other texts or traditions can lead to unsupported conclusions.
- It's essential to stay within the context of the passage and avoid constructing elaborate explanations.
The Nephilim
- The Nephilim are mentioned in Genesis 6:4, but their identity is unclear.
- They are often associated with the giants in the earth, but it's uncertain whether they are the product of the marriage between the sons of God and the daughters of men.
- The Nephilim appear to have existed before the marriage and also after the flood.
Conclusion
- The passage in Genesis 6 is complex and open to multiple interpretations.
- It's essential to approach the passage with caution and humility, avoiding dogmatic conclusions.
- The core message of the passage remains clear: the corruption of mankind and God's judgment through the flood.
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