Genesis 19:13

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

For we will destroy this place, because the cry of them is waxen great before the face of the LORD; and the LORD hath sent us to destroy it.

Complete Jewish Bible:

because we are going to destroy it. ADONAI has become aware of the great outcry against them, and ADONAI has sent us to destroy it."

Berean Standard Bible:

because we are about to destroy this place. For the outcry to the LORD against its people is so great that He has sent us to destroy it.”

American Standard Version:

for we will destroy this place, because the cry of them is waxed great before Jehovah; and Jehovah hath sent us to destroy it.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

For we^{H587} will destroy^{{H7843}{H853}} this place^{H4725}, because the cry of them^{H6818} is waxen great^{H1431} before^{H854} the face^{H6440} of the LORD^{H3068}; and the LORD^{H3068} hath sent^{H7971} us to destroy^{H7843} it.

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Commentary for Genesis 19:13

Genesis 19:13 is a part of the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, two cities known for their wickedness and moral depravity. In the broader narrative, God has decided to investigate the outcry against these cities after hearing of their sinful ways. Two angels, in the guise of men, are sent to the city of Sodom, where they are received by Lot, Abraham's nephew. The men of Sodom, displaying their infamous lack of hospitality and moral decay, demand that Lot hand over his guests so they can abuse them.

In verse 13, the angels reveal to Lot the gravity of the situation, stating, "For we will destroy this place, because the cry of them is waxen great before the face of the LORD; and the LORD hath sent us to destroy it." This verse encapsulates the themes of divine judgment and justice, highlighting the consequences of unchecked sin and societal corruption. The phrase "the cry of them is waxen great" suggests that the sinful actions of the inhabitants have reached a point where they can no longer be ignored or tolerated by God. The destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah serves as a powerful biblical example of God's intolerance for extreme wickedness and His commitment to moral order.

Historically, this verse reflects the ancient Near Eastern context where cities were often seen as independent city-states with their own moral codes and governance. The destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah would have resonated with contemporary audiences as a warning about the impermanence of human settlements and the importance of righteous living. The story also underscores the importance of hospitality in ancient cultures, as Lot's attempt to protect his guests contrasts sharply with the behavior of the Sodomites.

In summary, Genesis 19:13 is a pivotal verse in the account of Sodom and Gomorrah, emphasizing the themes of divine retribution, the limits of God's patience with human sin, and the importance of hospitality and righteousness. It reflects the historical context of city-states and moral autonomy, while serving as a moral lesson on the consequences of societal corruption.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H587
   There are 30 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֲנַחְנוּ
   Transliteration: ʼănachnûw
   Pronunciation: an-akh'-noo
   Description: apparently from אָנֹכִי; we; ourselves, us, we.
   
2. Strong's Number: H7843
   There are 136 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שָׁחַת
   Transliteration: shâchath
   Pronunciation: shaw-khath'
   Description: a primitive root; to decay, i.e. (causatively) ruin (literally or figuratively); batter, cast off, corrupt(-er, thing), destroy(-er, -uction), lose, mar, perish, spill, spoiler, [idiom] utterly, waste(-r).
   
3. Strong's Number: H853
   There are 87 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֵת
   Transliteration: ʼêth
   Pronunciation: ayth
   Description: apparent contracted from אוֹת in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely); (as such unrepresented in English).
   
4. Strong's Number: H4725
   There are 379 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מָקוֹם
   Transliteration: mâqôwm
   Pronunciation: maw-kome'
   Description: or מָקֹם; also (feminine) מְקוֹמָה; or מְקֹמָה; from קוּם; properly, a standing, i.e. a spot; but used widely of a locality (general or specific); also (figuratively) of a condition (of body or mind); country, [idiom] home, [idiom] open, place, room, space, [idiom] whither(-soever).
   
5. Strong's Number: H6818
   There are 20 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צַעֲקָה
   Transliteration: tsaʻăqâh
   Pronunciation: tsah-ak-aw'
   Description: from צָעַק; a shriek; cry(-ing).
   
6. Strong's Number: H1431
   There are 112 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: גָּדַל
   Transliteration: gâdal
   Pronunciation: gaw-dal'
   Description: a primitive root; properly, to twist (compare גְּדִל), i.e.; to be (causatively make) large (in various senses, as in body, mind, estate or honor, also in pride); advance, boast, bring up, exceed, excellent, be(-come, do, give, make, wax), great(-er, come to... estate, [phrase] things), grow(up), increase, lift up, magnify(-ifical), be much set by, nourish (up), pass, promote, proudly (spoken), tower.
   
7. Strong's Number: H854
   There are 258 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֵת
   Transliteration: ʼêth
   Pronunciation: ayth
   Description: probably from אָנָה; properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc.; against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix.
   
8. Strong's Number: H6440
   There are 1890 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: פָּנִים
   Transliteration: pânîym
   Pronunciation: paw-neem'
   Description: plural (but always as singular) of an unused noun פָּנֶה; from פָּנָה); the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposition (before, etc.); [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you.
   
9. Strong's Number: H3068
   There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יְהֹוָה
   Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
   Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
   Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה.
   
10. Strong's Number: H7971
    There are 790 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: שָׁלַח
    Transliteration: shâlach
    Pronunciation: shaw-lakh'
    Description: a primitive root; to send away, for, or out (in a great variety of applications); [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out).