Genesis 13:2 cpdv — But he was very wealthy by the possession of gold and silver.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But he was very wealthy by the possession of gold and silver. "

— Genesis 13:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 13 — Context

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Therefore, Abram ascended from Egypt, he and his wife, and all that he had, and Lot with him, toward the southern region.

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But he was very wealthy by the possession of gold and silver.

3

And he returned by the way that he came, from the meridian into Bethel, all the way to the place where before he had pitched his tent, between Bethel and Hai.

4

There, at the place of the altar he had made before, he again called upon the name of the Lord.

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But Lot also, who was with Abram, had flocks of sheep, and cattle, and tents.

Genesis 13:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 13:2 say?
Genesis 13:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But he was very wealthy by the possession of gold and silver. ”
Where is Genesis 13:2 in the Bible?
Genesis 13:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 13, verse 2.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 13:2.
What translation should I read Genesis 13:2 in?
Genesis 13:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 13:2?
Genesis 13:2 reads (CPDV): “But he was very wealthy by the possession of gold and silver. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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