Noah in Battle

The Midrash of Philo 5:1

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

Why does he say: "Noah did every thing which the Lord commanded (or ordered) him?" (Genesis 7:5).

Themes

Creation Noah Adam Eve War Righteousness

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