TOWER OF BABEL Meaning and
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The Tower of Babel refers to a biblical story described in the Book of Genesis that recounts the construction of a towering structure by humanity, following the Great Flood, with the aim of reaching the heavens. According to the narrative, the people unified in language and intent to build the tower as a symbol of their power and ambition, seeking to make a name for themselves and prevent being scattered across the earth. However, their audacious endeavor incurred divine wrath.
In response to their collective pride, God intervened by confusing their language, causing communication to break down and leading to the dispersion of peoples across the globe. Consequently, the undertaking was left unfinished, symbolizing the hubris and futility of human ambitions against the power of the divine.
The story of the Tower of Babel has since become an allegory or metaphor used to represent situations where communication or understanding breaks down due to arrogance, pride, or a lack of humility. It embodies the consequences of attempting to exceed human capabilities or defy divine authority. The phrase "Tower of Babel" has also entered popular lexicon to describe any complex or impenetrable structure, organization, or system.
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