Genesis 19:6 web — Lot went out to them to the door, and shut the door after him.

World English Bible

"Lot went out to them to the door, and shut the door after him."

— Genesis 19:6, World English Bible

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Genesis 19 — Context

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He urged them greatly, and they came in with him, and entered into his house. He made them a feast, and baked unleavened bread, and they ate.

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But before they lay down, the men of the city, the men of Sodom, surrounded the house, both young and old, all the people from every quarter.

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They called to Lot, and said to him, "Where are the men who came in to you this night? Bring them out to us, that we may have sex with them."

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Lot went out to them to the door, and shut the door after him.

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He said, "Please, my brothers, don't act so wickedly.

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See now, I have two virgin daughters. Please let me bring them out to you, and you may do to them what seems good to you. Only don't do anything to these men, because they have come under the shadow of my roof."

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They said, "Stand back!" Then they said, "This one fellow came in to live as a foreigner, and he appoints himself a judge. Now will we deal worse with you, than with them!" They pressed hard on the man Lot, and drew near to break the door.

Genesis 19:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 19:6 say?
Genesis 19:6 in the World English Bible reads: “Lot went out to them to the door, and shut the door after him.”
Where is Genesis 19:6 in the Bible?
Genesis 19:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 19, verse 6.
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 19:6.
What translation should I read Genesis 19:6 in?
Genesis 19:6 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 19:6?
Genesis 19:6 reads (WEB): “Lot went out to them to the door, and shut the door after him.” 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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