Genesis 16:7

And the angel of the LORD found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 16:7

BSB
Now the angel of the LORD found Hagar by a spring of water in the desert-the spring along the road to Shur.
AKJV
And the angel of the LORD found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.
CPDV
And when the Angel of the Lord had found her, near the fountain of water in the wilderness, which is on the way to Shur in the desert,
ERV
And the angel of the LORD found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.
NHEB
The angel of the LORD found her by a spring of water in the desert, by the spring on the way to Shur.
SMT
And the messenger of Jehovah shall find her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.

Commentary for Genesis 16:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 16:7
Summary
Divine messenger finds fleeing woman
Place
Wilderness by fountain toward Shur
Event
Angel encounters Hagar at water
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Miracle