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He provides a unique perspective, focusing on the role of Yahweh (also referred to as El Shaddai in the text) and suggests that the destruction might have involved advanced technology rather than a mere divine punishment for moral transgressions.
He emphasizes that Yahweh, or El Shaddai, is not seen as the ruler of these people.
Wallis delves into the meaning of the name "El Shaddai," often translated as "the Almighty" in many versions of the Bible.
He notes that more authoritative lexicons and sources suggest alternative translations, such as "the powerful one of the mountains" or "the destroyer." He argues that the latter interpretation makes more sense given El Shaddai's role in the destruction of cities throughout the Hebrew scriptures.
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El Shaddai (אֵל שַׁדַּי) - God Almighty
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Paul notes that the term "El Shaddai," often translated as "the Almighty," is more accurately rendered as "the Powerful One of the Mountain" or "the Destroyer," reflecting the destructive capabilities attributed to this being.
The translation of "El Shaddai" remains uncertain, with some scholars suggesting it may also mean "the Powerful One of the Plains."