Genesis 26:11 cpdv — “Whoever will touch the wife of this man will die a death.”

Catholic Public Domain Version

"“Whoever will touch the wife of this man will die a death.” "

— Genesis 26:11, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 26 — Context

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And when very many days had passed, and he had remained in the same place, Abimelech, king of the Palestinians, gazing through a window, saw him being playful with Rebekah, his wife.

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And summoning him, he said: “It is clear that she is your wife. Why did you falsely claim her to be your sister?” He answered, “I was afraid, lest I might die because of her.”

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And Abimelech said: “Why have you burdened us? Someone from the people could have lain with your wife, and you would have brought a great sin upon us.” And he instructed all the people, saying,

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“Whoever will touch the wife of this man will die a death.”

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Then Isaac sowed in that land, and he found, in that same year, one hundredfold. And the Lord blessed him.

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And the man was enriched, and he continued prospering as well as increasing, until he became very great.

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Likewise, he had possessions of sheep and of herds, and a very large family. Because of this, the Palestinians envied him,

Genesis 26:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 26:11 say?
Genesis 26:11 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: ““Whoever will touch the wife of this man will die a death.” ”
Where is Genesis 26:11 in the Bible?
Genesis 26:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 26, 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 26:11.
What translation should I read Genesis 26:11 in?
Genesis 26:11 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 26:11?
Genesis 26:11 reads (CPDV): ““Whoever will touch the wife of this man will die a death.” ” 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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