Day 2 of the #AtoZChallenge focuses on an attempt by people to build a tower to heaven, recorded in Genesis 11. The tower came to be known as the "Tower of Babel." Babel sounds like a Hebrew term than can mean confusion. Read the account of the story in Genesis 11:1-9, then enjoy the poem that recounts the story below. The Tower of Babel Genesis 11:1-9 A long time ago, All the people spoke the same-- One language used by men From wherever each one came. The eastern plain of Shinar Was a common settling place, And here is where plans were made To bring fame upon the race. “Let us build a city With a tower to the sky! We will not be scattered!” Was their mighty cry. The Lord looked down upon them And pondered what they planned, He knew they would not stop Once they made this selfish stand. “From now until forever, The people will all speak In different languages-- This will make them meek.” The tower was not built, People scattered everywhere, The city of confusion: Aptly named, no longer there. From . . . And a Poem by Kathy Mansfield
2 Comments
4/5/2017 03:32:27 pm
Beautiful! I wish I had this when I was teaching Sunday School.
Reply
Kathy
4/5/2017 06:42:18 pm
I'm glad you liked the poem, Heather! More to come each day this month!
Reply
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorKathy Mansfield Archives
December 2022
Categories |