Biblical Flood

The Biblical Flood, primarily described in the Book of Genesis, is a story where God, observing widespread human wickedness, sends a deluge to cleanse the Earth. Noah, a righteous man, is instructed to build an ark to save his family and pairs of every animal species. The flood covers the entire world, destroying all life outside the ark. After 40 days and nights, the waters recede, and Noah's family repopulates the Earth. The story symbolizes themes of judgment, mercy, and renewal, and interpretations vary between literal historical event and allegorical lesson.