Genesis 10-11

I'm not sure why people use "nimrod" when name calling, "you nimrod!" I have heard before. As I read 10:9 I was reminded that "nimrod" is a Biblical name. Nimrod was Noah's great grandson! (Noah's son Ham, whose son was Cush, whose son was Nimrod). Who would have thought that name would be thrown around now like it is? I'm seeing more and more biblical references come out in everyday life. Nimrod belonged to the kingdom of Babel, and he also built Nineveh.

Ever wonder why there are so many languages and everyone lives in so many different locations? In chapter 11 the tower of Babel is spoken of. It represented independence and self-sufficiency apart from God. The people were building a tower up to the heavens, but this is when God steps in and confuses their language so no one could understand each other, therefore resulting in people dispersing. I'm sure scientists today have a much different explanation, but I'm going to side with the Bible on this one (always the best choice).