Genesis 16:4 net — He slept with Hagar, and she became pregnant. Once Hagar realized she was pregnant, she despised Sarai.

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"He slept with Hagar, and she became pregnant. Once Hagar realized she was pregnant, she despised Sarai."

— Genesis 16:4, NET Bible

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Genesis 16 — Context

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The Birth of Ishmael Now Sarai, Abram’s wife, had not given birth to any children, but she had an Egyptian servant named Hagar.

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So Sarai said to Abram,“Since the LORD has prevented me from having children, please sleep with my servant. Perhaps I can have a family by her.” Abram did what Sarai told him.

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So after Abram had lived in Canaan for ten years, Sarai, Abram’s wife, gave Hagar, her Egyptian servant, to her husband to be his wife.

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He slept with Hagar, and she became pregnant. Once Hagar realized she was pregnant, she despised Sarai.

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Then Sarai said to Abram,“You have brought this wrong on me! I gave my servant into your embrace, but when she realized that she was pregnant, she despised me. May the LORD judge between you and me!”

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Abram said to Sarai,“Since your servant is under your authority, do to her whatever you think best.” Then Sarai treated Hagar harshly, so she ran away from Sarai.

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The LORD’s angel found Hagar near a spring of water in the wilderness– the spring that is along the road to Shur.

Genesis 16:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 16:4 say?
Genesis 16:4 in the NET Bible reads: “He slept with Hagar, and she became pregnant. Once Hagar realized she was pregnant, she despised Sarai.”
Where is Genesis 16:4 in the Bible?
Genesis 16:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 16, verse 4.
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 16:4.
What translation should I read Genesis 16:4 in?
Genesis 16:4 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 16:4?
Genesis 16:4 reads (NET): “He slept with Hagar, and she became pregnant. Once Hagar realized she was pregnant, she despised Sarai.” 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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