In this episode, we explore Genesis 7 and the flood narrative in depth. Far from being a simple story of divine judgment, Genesis 7 presents a richly structured account that echoes the themes and patterns of Genesis 1, revealing God’s purposes of renewal, recreation, and the restoration of order in a world overwhelmed by corruption.

In this episode, Tyndale House scholars Dr Peter Williams, Dr Caleb Howard and Dr James Bejon discuss:

  • How Genesis 7 intentionally parallels the creation account of Genesis 1 and what these literary echoes reveal about the flood narrative.
  • Noah’s righteousness, faithfulness, and obedience, and how his response to God’s commands shapes the story.
  • The similarities and differences between Genesis 7 and ancient Near Eastern flood traditions, including the Epic of Gilgamesh and the Atra-hasis Epic
  • Caleb Howard’s reflections on the life and scholarship of Alan Millard, as well as the question of literary unity in Genesis.
  • If Genesis reads as a coherent and carefully crafted composition, why have some scholars argued that the flood narrative is derived from multiple sources?
  • And how should we interpret ‘windows of heaven’?

This is another insightful and encouraging episode from our Genesis video series. If you’ve missed one, explore the earlier episodes and subscribe to the channel so you don’t miss future conversations from Tyndale House.


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August 6, 2026