What do we do with the Hebrew word “tanniyn” from Genesis 1:21? Depending on the English translation, it is- “sea-monster,” “great creature,” “whale,” or “great serpent.” In other places in the Old Testament it is “dragon.” So what is the great creature that God created at the fifth day? “Whale” is obviously most preferred, but I would kind of like to imagine “Nessie.” Or “Elliot.” (Where do those names come from?)