Genesis 18:3 net — He said,“My lord, if I have found favor in your sight, do not pass by and leave your servant.

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"He said,“My lord, if I have found favor in your sight, do not pass by and leave your servant."

— Genesis 18:3, NET Bible

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“and said, "My lord, if now I have found favor in your sight, please don't go away from your servant.”
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“And he said: Lord, if I have found favour in thy sight, pass not away from thy servant.”
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Genesis 18 — Context

Three Special Visitors The LORD appeared to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre while he was sitting at the entrance to his tent during the hottest time of the day.

Abraham looked up and saw three men standing across from him. When he saw them he ran from the entrance of the tent to meet them and bowed low to the ground.

He said,“My lord, if I have found favor in your sight, do not pass by and leave your servant.

Let a little water be brought so that you may all wash your feet and rest under the tree.

And let me get a bit of food so that you may refresh yourselves since you have passed by your servant’s home. After that you may be on your way.”“All right,” they replied,“you may do as you say.”

So Abraham hurried into the tent and said to Sarah,“Quick! Take three measures of fine flour, knead it, and make bread.”

Genesis 18:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 18:3 say?

Genesis 18:3 in the NET Bible reads: “He said,“My lord, if I have found favor in your sight, do not pass by and leave your servant.”

Where is Genesis 18:3 in the Bible?

Genesis 18:3 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 18, verse 3.

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 18:3.

What translation should I read Genesis 18:3 in?

Genesis 18:3 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 18:3?

Genesis 18:3 reads (NET): “He said,“My lord, if I have found favor in your sight, do not pass by and leave your servant.” 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.

Genesis 18:3 net — He said,“My lord, if I have found favor in your sight, do not pass by and leave your servant.

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