Genesis 18:23

And Abraham drew near, and said, Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked?

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 18:23

BSB
Abraham stepped forward and said, "Will You really sweep away the righteous with the wicked?
AKJV
And Abraham drew near, and said, Will you also destroy the righteous with the wicked?
CPDV
And as they drew near, he said: "Will you destroy the just with the impious?
ERV
And Abraham drew near, and said, Wilt thou consume the righteous with the wicked?
NHEB
Abraham drew near, and said, "Will you sweep away the righteous with the wicked?
SMT
And Abraham will draw near, and will say, Wilt thou also destroy the just with the wicked.

Commentary for Genesis 18:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 18:23
Summary
Man questions justice of universal destruction
Event
Abraham challenges destruction plan
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Prayer