Genesis 18:8 web — He took butter, milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them. He stood by them under the tree, and t…

World English Bible

"He took butter, milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them. He stood by them under the tree, and they ate."

— Genesis 18:8, World English Bible

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Genesis 18 — Context

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I will get a morsel of bread so you can refresh your heart. After that you may go your way, now that you have come to your servant." They said, "Very well, do as you have said."

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Abraham hurried into the tent to Sarah, and said, "Quickly prepare three measures of fine meal, knead it, and make cakes."

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Abraham ran to the herd, and fetched a tender and good calf, and gave it to the servant. He hurried to dress it.

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He took butter, milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them. He stood by them under the tree, and they ate.

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They asked him, "Where is Sarah, your wife?" He said, "See, in the tent."

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He said, "I will certainly return to you when the season comes round. Behold, Sarah your wife will have a son." Sarah heard in the tent door, which was behind him.

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Now Abraham and Sarah were old, well advanced in age. Sarah had passed the age of childbearing.

Genesis 18:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 18:8 say?
Genesis 18:8 in the World English Bible reads: “He took butter, milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them. He stood by them under the tree, and they ate.”
Where is Genesis 18:8 in the Bible?
Genesis 18:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 18, verse 8.
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 18:8.
What translation should I read Genesis 18:8 in?
Genesis 18:8 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 18:8?
Genesis 18:8 reads (WEB): “He took butter, milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them. He stood by them under the tree, and they ate.” 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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