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  • From: George Athas <George.Athas AT moore.edu.au>
  • To: B-Hebrew <b-hebrew AT lists.ibiblio.org>
  • Subject: Re: [b-hebrew] Question about Gen 1:1-2
  • Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 16:25:09 +1000

Gap Theory is not really subject matter that is germane to b-hebrew. So, we
are all best to avoid discussion of it.

As for the Hebrew side of Marie's question, I'd argue that the proper way of
indicating 'becoming' in Hebrew is HYH + L (ie. the verb HYH followed by the
preposition Le). In that regard, if the earth 'became' empty and void, the
text should probably have the preposition L before THW WBHW. The fact it
doesn't probably indicates that the earth 'was' empty and void.



Regards,

GEORGE ATHAS
Moore Theological College (Sydney, Australia)
www.moore.edu.au





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