Genesis 16:7 web — The angel of Yahweh found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.

World English Bible

"The angel of Yahweh found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur."

— Genesis 16:7, World English Bible

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Genesis 16 — Context

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He went in to Hagar, and she conceived. When she saw that she had conceived, her mistress was despised in her eyes.

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Sarai said to Abram, "This wrong is your fault. I gave my handmaid into your bosom, and when she saw that she had conceived, I was despised in her eyes. Yahweh judge between me and you."

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But Abram said to Sarai, "Behold, your maid is in your hand. Do to her whatever is good in your eyes." Sarai dealt harshly with her, and she fled from her face.

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The angel of Yahweh found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.

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He said, "Hagar, Sarai's handmaid, where did you come from? Where are you going?" She said, "I am fleeing from the face of my mistress Sarai."

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The angel of Yahweh said to her, "Return to your mistress, and submit yourself under her hands."

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The angel of Yahweh said to her, "I will greatly multiply your seed, that they will not be numbered for multitude."

Genesis 16:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 16:7 say?
Genesis 16:7 in the World English Bible reads: “The angel of Yahweh found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.”
Where is Genesis 16:7 in the Bible?
Genesis 16:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 16, verse 7.
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 16:7.
What translation should I read Genesis 16:7 in?
Genesis 16:7 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 16:7?
Genesis 16:7 reads (WEB): “The angel of Yahweh found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.” 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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