Genesis 8:9

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

The dove could not find a place to rest because water still covered the earth, so the dove came back to the boat. Noah reached out his hand and caught the dove and brought it back into the boat.

Cross References

Matthew 11:28

“Come to me all of you who are tired from the heavy burden you have been forced to carry. I will give you rest.

Psalm 116:7

My soul, relax! The Lord is caring for you.

John 16:33

“I have told you these things so that you can have peace in me. In this world you will have troubles. But be brave! I have defeated the world!”

Deuteronomy 28:65

“You will not have any peace among these nations. You will have no place to rest. The Lord will fill your mind with worry. Your eyes will feel tired. You will be very upset.

Isaiah 60:8

Look at the people. They are rushing toward you like clouds quickly crossing the sky. They are like doves flying to their nests.

Ezekiel 7:16

“But some people will escape. The survivors will run to the mountains, but they will not be happy. They will be sad for all their sins. They will cry and make sad noises like doves.

Genesis 8:8

Noah also sent out a dove. He wanted it to find dry ground. He wanted to know if water still covered the earth.

Genesis 8:10

After seven days Noah again sent out the dove.