Genesis 21:11

And the thing was very grievous in Abraham's sight because of his son.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 21:11

BSB
Now this matter distressed Abraham greatly because it concerned his son Ishmael.
AKJV
And the thing was very grievous in Abraham's sight because of his son.
CPDV
Abraham took this grievously, for the sake of his son.
ERV
And the thing was very grievous in Abraham's sight on account of his son.
NHEB
The thing was very grievous in Abraham's sight on account of his son.
SMT
And the word was greatly evil in the eyes of Abraham, on account of his son.

Commentary for Genesis 21:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 21:11
Summary
Patriarch distressed by family crisis
Event
Abraham grieves over situation
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Narrative