Genesis 22:18 cpdv — And in your offspring, all the nations of the earth will be blessed, because you obeyed my voice.”

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And in your offspring, all the nations of the earth will be blessed, because you obeyed my voice.” "

— Genesis 22:18, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 22 — Context

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Then the Angel of the Lord called out to Abraham a second time from heaven, saying:

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“By my own self, I have sworn, says the Lord. Because you have done this thing, and have not spared your only begotten son for my sake,

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I will bless you, and I will multiply your offspring like the stars of heaven, and like the sand which is on the seashore. Your offspring will possess the gates of their enemies.

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And in your offspring, all the nations of the earth will be blessed, because you obeyed my voice.”

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Abraham returned to his servants, and they went to Beersheba together, and he lived there.

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After these things occurred, it was reported to Abraham that Milcah, likewise, had borne sons for his brother Nahor:

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Uz, the firstborn, and Buz, his brother, and Kemuel, the father of the Syrians,

Genesis 22:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 22:18 say?
Genesis 22:18 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And in your offspring, all the nations of the earth will be blessed, because you obeyed my voice.” ”
Where is Genesis 22:18 in the Bible?
Genesis 22:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 22, verse 18.
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 22:18.
What translation should I read Genesis 22:18 in?
Genesis 22:18 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 22:18?
Genesis 22:18 reads (CPDV): “And in your offspring, all the nations of the earth will be blessed, because you obeyed my voice.” ” 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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