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Genesis 16:15-1953 kjv — And Hagar bare Abram a son: and Abram called his son’s name, which Hagar bare, Ishmael. And Abram was fourscore and six…

King James Version

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And Hagar bare Abram a son: and Abram called his son’s name, which Hagar bare, Ishmael.

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And Abram was fourscore and six years old, when Hagar bare Ishmael to Abram.

— Genesis 16:15-1953, King James Version

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Genesis 16 — Context

12

And he will be a wild man; his hand will be against every man, and every man’s hand against him; and he shall dwell in the presence of all his brethren.

13

And she called the name of the Lord that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me?

14

Wherefore the well was called Beer–lahai–roi; behold, it is between Kadesh and Bered.

15

And Hagar bare Abram a son: and Abram called his son’s name, which Hagar bare, Ishmael.

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And Abram was fourscore and six years old, when Hagar bare Ishmael to Abram.

Genesis 16:15-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 16:15-1953 say?
Genesis 16:15-1953 in the King James Version reads: “And Hagar bare Abram a son: and Abram called his son’s name, which Hagar bare, Ishmael. And Abram was fourscore and six years old, when Hagar bare Ishmael to Abram. ”
Where is Genesis 16:15-1953 in the Bible?
Genesis 16:15-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 16, verses 15–1953.
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 16:15-1953.
What translation should I read Genesis 16:15-1953 in?
Genesis 16:15-1953 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 16:15-1953?
Genesis 16:15-1953 reads (KJV): “And Hagar bare Abram a son: and Abram called his son’s name, which Hagar bare, Ishmael. And Abram was fourscore and six years old, when Hagar bare Ishmael to Abram. ” 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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