“By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.”
By faith Noah, warned about events yet unseen, respected the warning and built an ark to save his household; by this he condemned the world and became an heir of the righteousness that comes by faith — Noah's faith was demonstrated in obedience despite the absurdity: he built (kataskeuazō) an ark against no visible threat. Condemned the world (katakrinō tō kosmon) through his faithful contrast; became heir of righteousness (dikaiosynē) through faith.
Church Fathers on Hebrews 11:7
“ By faith” (he says) “Noah being warned of God.” As the Son of God, speaking of His own coming, said, “In the days of Noah they married and were given in marriage” Luke 17:26-27, therefore the Apostle also recalled to their mind an appropriate image. For the example of Enoch, was an example only of Faith; that of Noah, on the other hand, of unbelief also. And this is a complete consolation and exhortation, when not only believers are found approved, but also unbelievers…
Nicene & Post-Nicene / Ante-Nicene Fathers translations · public domain
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