- Sodom and Gomorrah - Wikipedia
Biblical and deuterocanonical texts expand on the story, portraying Sodom and Gomorrah as symbols of sin, often linked to adultery, arrogance, inhospitality, and oppression of the poor, rather than explicitly sexual immorality
- What was the sin of Sodom and Gomorrah? - GotQuestions. org
According to Genesis 19, the sin involved homosexuality The very name of that ancient city has given us the term sodomy, in the sense of “copulation between two men, whether consensual or forced ” Clearly, homosexuality was part of why God destroyed the two cities
- Sodom and Gomorrah | Description, Summary, Controversy | Britannica
Sodom and Gomorrah, notoriously sinful cities in the biblical book of Genesis, destroyed by “sulfur and fire” because of their wickedness (Genesis 19:24)
- Where Is Sodom? - Biblical Archaeology Society
Sodom and its sister cities are located in the large oval-shaped, fertile plain just north of the Dead Sea called simply ha-kikkar, or “the Disk” (Genesis 13, verse 13)
- Sodom and Gomorrah: Historical Locations, Maps, and Theories - Bible . . .
Explore the mysteries of Sodom and Gomorrah with insights into their biblical significance, various historical maps, and modern theories on their possible locations Discover where these ancient cities might have been situated and how they are represented on maps today
- Sodom - Encyclopedia of The Bible - Bible Gateway
Sodom never occurs again in the Bible as a living city, but the memory of its sin and consequent destruction was kept alive by Moses, the prophets, Jesus, and the authors of the NT
- Topical Bible: Sodom and Gomorrah
The narrative of Sodom and Gomorrah has permeated cultural and religious discourse, often symbolizing extreme moral decay and divine judgment The term "sodomy" has historically been derived from the perceived sins of Sodom, particularly in reference to sexual immorality
- Sodom and Gomorrah in the Bible: A Tale of Divine Judgment and Mercy
The account of Sodom and Gomorrah continues to offer relevant insights for contemporary readers The narrative addresses themes of social justice, the consequences of moral corruption, the power of intercessory prayer, and the balance between divine justice and mercy
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