Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version God called the dry ground “land,” and the gathered waters he called “seas.” And God saw that it was good. New Living Translation God called the dry ground “land” and the waters “seas.” And God saw that it was good. English Standard Version God called the dry land Earth, and the waters that were gathered together he called Seas. And God saw that it was good. Berean Standard Bible God called the dry land “earth,” and the gathering of waters He called “seas.” And God saw that it was good. Berean Literal Bible And God called the dry land “Earth,” and the gathering of the waters He called “Seas.” And God saw that it was good. King James Bible And God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas: and God saw that it was good. New King James Version And God called the dry land Earth, and the gathering together of the waters He called Seas. And God saw that it was good. New American Standard Bible And God called the dry land “earth,” and the gathering of the waters He called “seas”; and God saw that it was good. NASB 1995 God called the dry land earth, and the gathering of the waters He called seas; and God saw that it was good. NASB 1977 And God called the dry land earth, and the gathering of the waters He called seas; and God saw that it was good. Legacy Standard Bible And God called the dry land earth, and the gathering of the waters He called seas; and God saw that it was good. Amplified Bible God called the dry land earth, and the gathering of the waters He called seas; and God saw that this was good (pleasing, useful) and He affirmed and sustained it. Berean Annotated Bible God {Elohim} called the dry land “earth, and the gathering of waters He called “seas. And God saw that it was good (pleasing). Christian Standard Bible God called the dry land “earth,” and the gathering of the water he called “seas.” And God saw that it was good. Holman Christian Standard Bible God called the dry land “earth,” and He called the gathering of the water “seas.” And God saw that it was good. American Standard Version And God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas: and God saw that it was good. Contemporary English Version God named the dry ground "Land," and he named the water "Ocean." God looked at what he had done and saw that it was good. English Revised Version And God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas: and God saw that it was good. GOD'S WORD® Translation God named the dry land [earth]. The water which came together he named [sea]. God saw that it was good. Good News Translation He named the land "Earth," and the water which had come together he named "Sea." And God was pleased with what he saw. International Standard Version God called the dry ground "land," and he called the water that had come together "oceans." And God saw how good it was. NET Bible God called the dry ground "land" and the gathered waters he called "seas." God saw that it was good. New Heart English Bible And God called the dry land Earth, and the gatherings of the waters he called Seas. And God saw that it was good. Webster's Bible Translation And God called the dry land Earth, and the collection of waters he called Seas: and God saw that it was good. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleGod called the dry land “earth,” and the gathering of waters He called “seas.” And God saw that it was good. World English Bible God called the dry land “earth”, and the gathering together of the waters he called “seas”. God saw that it was good. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd God calls the dry land “Earth,” and the collection of the waters He has called “Seas”; and God sees that [it is] good. Berean Literal Bible And God called the dry land “Earth,” and the gathering of the waters He called “Seas.” And God saw that it was good. Young's Literal Translation And God calleth to the dry land 'Earth,' and to the collection of the waters He hath called 'Seas;' and God seeth that it is good. Smith's Literal Translation And God will call to the dry, earth; and to the gathering of the waters he called seas: and God will see that it is good. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd God called the dry land, Earth; and the gathering together of the waters, he called Seas. And God saw that it was good. Catholic Public Domain Version And God called the dry land, ‘Earth,’ and he called the gathering of the waters, ‘Seas.’ And God saw that it was good. New American Bible God called the dry land “earth,” and the basin of water he called “sea.” God saw that it was good. New Revised Standard Version God called the dry land Earth, and the waters that were gathered together he called Seas. And God saw that it was good. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters he called Seas; and God saw that it was good. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And God called the dried land, Earth, and the assembly of waters he called, the Seas, and God saw that it was excellent. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And God called the dry land Earth, and the gathering together of the waters called He Seas; and God saw that it was good. Brenton Septuagint Translation And God called the dry land Earth, and the gatherings of the waters he called Seas, and God saw that it was good. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Third Day…9And God said, “Let the waters under the sky be gathered into one place, so that the dry land may appear.” And it was so. 10God called the dry land “earth,” and the gathering of waters He called “seas.” And God saw that it was good. 11Then God said, “Let the earth bring forth vegetation: seed-bearing plants and fruit trees, each bearing fruit with seed according to its kind.” And it was so.… Cross References God called the dry land “earth,” Psalm 95:5 The sea is His, for He made it, and His hands formed the dry land. Job 38:8-11 Who enclosed the sea behind doors when it burst forth from the womb, / when I made the clouds its garment and thick darkness its blanket, / when I fixed its boundaries and set in place its bars and doors, … Psalm 104:6-9 You covered it with the deep like a garment; the waters stood above the mountains. / At Your rebuke the waters fled; at the sound of Your thunder they hurried away— / the mountains rose and the valleys sank to the place You assigned for them— … and the gathering of waters He called “seas.” Psalm 33:7 He piles up the waters of the sea; He puts the depths into storehouses. Proverbs 8:29 when He set a boundary for the sea, so that the waters would not surpass His command, when He marked out the foundations of the earth. Jeremiah 5:22 Do you not fear Me?” declares the LORD. “Do you not tremble before Me, the One who set the sand as the boundary for the sea, an enduring barrier it cannot cross? The waves surge, but they cannot prevail. They roar but cannot cross it. And God saw that it was good. 1 Timothy 4:4 For every creation of God is good, and nothing that is received with thanksgiving should be rejected, Psalm 104:24 How many are Your works, O LORD! In wisdom You have made them all; the earth is full of Your creatures. James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow. Psalm 104:5-9 He set the earth on its foundations, never to be moved. / You covered it with the deep like a garment; the waters stood above the mountains. / At Your rebuke the waters fled; at the sound of Your thunder they hurried away— … Isaiah 45:18 For thus says the LORD, who created the heavens—He is God; He formed the earth and fashioned it; He established it; He did not create it to be empty, but formed it to be inhabited: “I am the LORD, and there is no other. Jeremiah 5:22 Do you not fear Me?” declares the LORD. “Do you not tremble before Me, the One who set the sand as the boundary for the sea, an enduring barrier it cannot cross? The waves surge, but they cannot prevail. They roar but cannot cross it. Proverbs 8:29 when He set a boundary for the sea, so that the waters would not surpass His command, when He marked out the foundations of the earth. 2 Peter 3:5 But they deliberately overlook the fact that long ago by God’s word the heavens existed and the earth was formed out of water and by water, Psalm 33:7 He piles up the waters of the sea; He puts the depths into storehouses. Psalm 136:6 He spread out the earth upon the waters. His loving devotion endures forever. Treasury of Scripture And God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas: and God saw that it was good. God saw. Genesis 1:4 And God saw the light, that it was good: and God divided the light from the darkness. Deuteronomy 32:4 He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he. Psalm 104:31 The glory of the LORD shall endure for ever: the LORD shall rejoice in his works. Jump to Previous Collection Dry Earth Gathered Gathering Good Ground Seas Together WatersJump to Next Collection Dry Earth Gathered Gathering Good Ground Seas Together WatersGenesis 1 1. God creates heaven and earth;3. the light; 6. the firmament; 9. separates the dry land; 14. forms the sun, moon, and stars; 20. fishes and fowls; 24. cattle, wild beasts, and creeping things; 26. creates man in his own image, blesses him; 29. grants the fruits of the earth for food. God called the dry land “earth,” This phrase indicates the act of naming by God, which signifies authority and dominion. In the ancient Near Eastern context, naming was an act of power and control. The term "earth" here refers to the solid ground, distinguishing it from the waters. This separation of land and water is foundational for the creation of life, as it provides a habitat for terrestrial creatures and plants. Theologically, this act of naming reflects God's sovereignty over creation, a theme that runs throughout Scripture, as seen in Psalm 24:1, "The earth is the LORD’s, and everything in it." and the gathering of waters He called “seas.” And God saw that it was good. Persons / Places / Events 1. GodThe Creator, who is actively involved in the formation and naming of the earth and seas. 2. Earth The dry land that God called into existence, representing the physical world that would later be inhabited by living creatures. 3. Seas The gathering of waters, which God also named, signifying the boundaries and order He established in creation. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in CreationGod names the earth and seas, demonstrating His authority and intentionality in creation. This reminds us of His ultimate control over the universe. Order and Purpose The separation of land and sea shows God's design for order and purpose in creation. We can trust that God has a purpose for the order in our lives as well. Goodness of Creation God saw that it was good, affirming the inherent goodness of His creation. This encourages us to appreciate and steward the natural world responsibly. Identity and Naming By naming the earth and seas, God establishes their identity. Similarly, our identity is found in what God calls us, not in what the world labels us. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 1:10?2. How does Genesis 1:10 demonstrate God's authority over creation and naming? 3. What significance does the separation of "land" and "seas" hold in Genesis 1:10? 4. How can we see God's order in creation reflected in our daily lives? 5. How does Genesis 1:10 connect to God's sovereignty in Psalm 95:5? 6. What practical steps can we take to steward the "land" and "seas" today? 7. How does Genesis 1:10 align with scientific understanding of Earth's formation? 8. What does Genesis 1:10 reveal about God's authority over creation? 9. How does Genesis 1:10 support the concept of divine order in creation? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 1? 11. What did God create on day three? 12. What does "Not Good for Man to Be Alone" mean? 13. Is everything beautiful in its own time? 14. Does God act solely for His own pleasure? What Does Genesis 1:10 Mean God called the dry land “earth”• By naming the land, God claims authority over it, the same way He does throughout creation (Genesis 1:5; Psalm 89:11). • The word “earth” here points to the whole stable realm where human life will unfold (Isaiah 45:18). • God’s direct action fulfills the command of verse 9, where He gathered the waters so that “dry ground may appear.” • The literal emergence of continents and soil reminds us that the material world is God-given, not accidental (Job 38:4–7). • His naming sets the precedent for mankind to steward the land under His rule (Genesis 1:26–28). and the gathering of waters He called “seas” • What had been “the deep” (Genesis 1:2) is now organized into distinct oceans, lakes, and rivers—an intentional separation with clear borders (Job 38:8–11). • God’s boundary-setting restrains the waters and protects life on land (Psalm 104:6–9; Jeremiah 5:22). • The plural “seas” anticipates global diversity—different bodies of water nourishing every region (Psalm 107:23–24). • Naming the seas underlines that even the most untamable forces remain under His command (Mark 4:39). And God saw that it was good • “Good” signals both moral perfection and complete suitability for His purposes (Genesis 1:4, 12, 18, 25, 31). • Each stage of creation passes God’s personal inspection; nothing is random or defective (Deuteronomy 32:4). • The goodness of land and sea means they are gifts to be received with gratitude, not worshiped or exploited (1 Timothy 4:4; Psalm 24:1). • God’s approval provides the pattern for our own evaluations—aligning daily choices with what He calls good. summary Genesis 1:10 reveals God’s sovereign authority as He names the land and seas, His wise order in separating them, and His pleasure in their goodness. The verse calls believers to acknowledge His rule, steward both earth and water responsibly, and rest in the assurance that the world we inhabit was pronounced good by its Creator. Verse 10. - And God called the dry land Earth. In opposition to the firmament, which was named" the heights" (shamayim), the dry land was styled "the fiats," "Aretz" (cf. Sansc., dhara; Pehlev., arta; Latin, terra; Gothic, airtha; Scottish, yird; English, earth; rid. Gesenius). Originally applied to the dry ground as distinguished from the seas, as soon as it was understood that the solid earth was continuous beneath the water masses, by an easy extension of meaning it came to signify the whole surface of the globe. And the gathering together of the waters called he Seas. Yamim, from yom, to boil or foam, is applied in Scripture to any large collection of water (cf. Genesis 14:3; Numbers 34:11; Deuteronomy 4:49; Joel 2:20). "The plural form seas shows that the one place consists of several basins" (Murphy). And God saw that it was good. The waters having been permanently withdrawn to the place founded for them by the upheaval of the great mountain ranges, and the elevation of the continental areas, the work thus accomplished is sealed by the Divine approval. The separation of the land and water was good, as a decided advance towards the completion of the cosmos, as the proper termination of the work commenced upon the previous day, as the production of two elements in themselves beautiful, and in separation useful as abodes of life, with which they were in due course to be replenished. "To our view," says Dawson, "that primeval dry land would scarcely have seemed good. It was a world of bare, rocky peaks and verdureless valleys - here active volcanoes, with their heaps of scoriae, and scarcely cooled lava currents - there vast mud-fiats, recently upheaved from the bottom of the waters - nowhere even a blade of grass or a clinging lichen. Yet it was good in the view of its Maker, who could see it in relation to the uses for which he had made it, and as a fit preparatory step to the new wonders he was soon to introduce. "Besides," the first dry land may have presented crags, and peaks, and ravines, and volcanic cones in a more marvelous and perfect manner than any succeeding continents, even as the dry and barren moon now, in this respect, far surpasses the earth" ('O.W.,' p. 181).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Godאֱלֹהִ֤ים ׀ (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative called וַיִּקְרָ֨א (way·yiq·rā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read the dry [land] לַיַּבָּשָׁה֙ (lay·yab·bā·šāh) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3004: Dry land, dry ground “earth,” אֶ֔רֶץ (’e·reṣ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land and the collection וּלְמִקְוֵ֥ה (ū·lə·miq·wêh) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4723: Something waited for, confidence, a collection, a pond, a caravan, drove of waters הַמַּ֖יִם (ham·ma·yim) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4325: Water, juice, urine, semen He called קָרָ֣א (qā·rā) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read “seas.” יַמִּ֑ים (yam·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin And God אֱלֹהִ֖ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative saw וַיַּ֥רְא (way·yar) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see that כִּי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction [it was] good. טֽוֹב׃ (ṭō·wḇ) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good Links Genesis 1:10 NIVGenesis 1:10 NLT Genesis 1:10 ESV Genesis 1:10 NASB Genesis 1:10 KJV Genesis 1:10 BibleApps.com Genesis 1:10 Biblia Paralela Genesis 1:10 Chinese Bible Genesis 1:10 French Bible Genesis 1:10 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 1:10 God called the dry land Earth (Gen. 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