Genesis 22:15 web — The angel of Yahweh called to Abraham a second time out of the sky,

World English Bible

"The angel of Yahweh called to Abraham a second time out of the sky,"

— Genesis 22:15, World English Bible

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Genesis 22 — Context

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He said, "Don't lay your hand on the boy, neither do anything to him. For now I know that you fear God, since you have not withheld your son, your only son, from me."

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Abraham lifted up his eyes, and looked, and saw that behind him was a ram caught in the thicket by his horns. Abraham went and took the ram, and offered him up for a burnt offering instead of his son.

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Abraham called the name of that place Yahweh Will Provide. As it is said to this day, "On Yahweh's mountain, it will be provided."

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The angel of Yahweh called to Abraham a second time out of the sky,

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and said, "I have sworn by myself, says Yahweh, because you have done this thing, and have not withheld your son, your only son,

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that I will bless you greatly, and I will multiply your seed greatly like the stars of the heavens, and like the sand which is on the seashore. Your seed will possess the gate of his enemies.

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In your seed will all the nations of the earth be blessed, because you have obeyed my voice."

Genesis 22:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 22:15 say?
Genesis 22:15 in the World English Bible reads: “The angel of Yahweh called to Abraham a second time out of the sky,”
Where is Genesis 22:15 in the Bible?
Genesis 22:15 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 22, verse 15.
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 22:15.
What translation should I read Genesis 22:15 in?
Genesis 22:15 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 22:15?
Genesis 22:15 reads (WEB): “The angel of Yahweh called to Abraham a second time out of the sky,” 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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