Genesis 18:8

And he took butter, and milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them; and he stood by them under the tree, and they did eat.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 18:8

BSB
Then Abraham brought curds and milk and the calf that had been prepared, and he set them before the men and stood by them under the tree as they ate.
AKJV
And he took butter, and milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them; and he stood by them under the tree, and they did eat.
CPDV
Likewise, he took butter and milk, and the calf which he had boiled, and he placed it before them. Yet truly, he himself stood near them under the tree.
ERV
And he took butter, and milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them; and he stood by them under the tree, and they did eat.
NHEB
He took curds, milk, and the calf that he had prepared, and set it before them. He stood by them under the tree, and they ate.
SMT
And he will take curdled milk, and new milk, and the son of the cow which he did, and he will give before their face; and he stood by them under the tree, and they shall eat.

Commentary for Genesis 18:8

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Overview of Genesis 18:8
Summary
Host serves elaborate meal to seated guests
Place
Plains of Mamre
Event
Abraham serves feast to visitors
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Narrative