Genesis 16:14 Meaning
Wherefore the well was called Beer-lahai-roi; behold, it is between Kadesh and Bered.
Context Explained
12And he will be a wild man; his hand will be against every man, and every man's hand against him; and he shall dwell in the presence of all his brethren.
13And she called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me?
14Wherefore the well was called Beer-lahai-roi; behold, it is between Kadesh and Bered.
15And Hagar bare Abram a son: and Abram called his son's name, which Hagar bare, Ishmael.
16And Abram was fourscore and six years old, when Hagar bare Ishmael to Abram.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
John 4:6
Both references to wells highlight significant encounters with God.
Genesis 21:31
This verse explains the origin of the name Beer-lahai-roi.
Exodus 15:27
Contrasts the well with the bitterness of Marah.
Source: Genesis 16:14