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Holy Book of Genesis

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The question

Genesis 11:1 says the people of the whole world had one language, spoke the same language, and used the same word or common speech, while Genesis 10:5,20,31 says that each nation, tribe, clan, and family had its own language. Is this confusion of mind or language?

The answer

You will notice that the Holy Book of Genesis 1, generally describes the six days of creation. Chapter 2 of Genesis repeats these events, but additionally provides more detail, especially when it comes to the creation and formation of man. Thus, while Genesis 10 provides a general overview, Genesis 11 delves into more detail regarding the origins of migration and the diversity of multiple languages and customs which preceded the outcomes mentioned in Genesis 10.

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