Genesis 14:6 cpdv — and the Chorreans in the mountains of Seir, even to the plains of Paran, which is in the wilderness.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"and the Chorreans in the mountains of Seir, even to the plains of Paran, which is in the wilderness. "

— Genesis 14:6, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 14 — Context

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All these came together in the wooded valley, which is now the Sea of Salt.

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For they had served Chedorlaomer for twelve years, and in the thirteenth year they withdrew from him.

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Therefore, in the fourteenth year, Chedorlaomer arrived, and the kings who were with him. And they struck the Rephaim at Ashteroth of the two horns, and the Zuzim with them, and the Emim at Shaveh-Kiriathaim.

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and the Chorreans in the mountains of Seir, even to the plains of Paran, which is in the wilderness.

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And they returned and arrived at the fountain of Mishpat, which is Kadesh. And they struck the entire region of the Amalekites, and the Amorites who dwelt in Hazazontamar.

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And the king of Sodom, and the king of Gomorrah, and the king of Admah, and the king of Zeboiim, and indeed the king of Bela, which is Zoar, went forth. And they directed their point against them in the wooded valley,

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namely, against Chedorlaomer, king of the Elamites, and Tidal, king of the Nations, and Amraphel, king of Shinar, and Arioch, king of Pontus: four kings against five.

Genesis 14:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 14:6 say?
Genesis 14:6 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “and the Chorreans in the mountains of Seir, even to the plains of Paran, which is in the wilderness. ”
Where is Genesis 14:6 in the Bible?
Genesis 14:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 14, verse 6.
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 14:6.
What translation should I read Genesis 14:6 in?
Genesis 14:6 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 14:6?
Genesis 14:6 reads (CPDV): “and the Chorreans in the mountains of Seir, even to the plains of Paran, which is in the wilderness. ” 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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