Genesis 16:6 · KJV
"But Abram said unto Sarai, Behold, thy maid is in thy hand; do to her as it pleaseth thee. And when Sarai dealt hardly with her, she fled from her face."
King James Version
What does Genesis 16:6 mean? →Passage Context
Reflection Questions
How do you respond when you feel threatened or insecure?
What does it mean for you to treat others with kindness, even in difficult situations?
When have you regretted how you treated someone in a moment of frustration?
Life Application
Consider how you can show compassion to those around you, especially in stressful times.
Reflect on your actions and seek forgiveness from those you may have wronged.
People in This Verse
Abram, later known as Abraham, is a pivotal figure in the Bible, known for his faith and covenant with God. He is considered the father of many nations and a model of faithfulness.
First appearance: Genesis 12:1
Hagar was an Egyptian maidservant of Sarai who bore Abram's first son, Ishmael. Her story highlights themes of struggle and divine intervention.
First appearance: Genesis 16:1
Sarai, later named Sarah, was the wife of Abram and the mother of Isaac. She struggled with infertility and took drastic measures to fulfill God's promise of descendants.
First appearance: Genesis 11:29
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