Genesis 21:11 nasb — The matter distressed Abraham greatly because of his son.

NASB

"The matter distressed Abraham greatly because of his son."

— Genesis 21:11, NASB

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Genesis 21 — Context

8

The child grew and was weaned, and Abraham made a great feast on the day that Isaac was weaned.

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Now Sarah saw the son of Hagar the Egyptian, whom she had borne to Abraham, mocking.

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Therefore she said to Abraham, "Drive out this maid and her son, for the son of this maid shall not be an heir with my son Isaac."

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The matter distressed Abraham greatly because of his son.

12

But God said to Abraham, "Do not be distressed because of the lad and your maid; whatever Sarah tells you, listen to her, for through Isaac your descendants shall be named.

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"And of the son of the maid I will make a nation also, because he is your descendant."

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So Abraham rose early in the morning and took bread and a skin of water and gave them to Hagar, putting them on her shoulder, and gave her the boy, and sent her away. And she departed and wandered about in the wilderness of Beersheba.

Genesis 21:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 21:11 say?
Genesis 21:11 in the NASB reads: “The matter distressed Abraham greatly because of his son.”
Where is Genesis 21:11 in the Bible?
Genesis 21:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 21, verse 11.
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 21:11.
What translation should I read Genesis 21:11 in?
Genesis 21:11 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 21:11?
Genesis 21:11 reads (NASB): “The matter distressed Abraham greatly because of his son.” 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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