King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And he overthrew those cities, and all the plain, and all the inhabitants of the cities, and that which grew upon the ground.
Complete Jewish Bible:
He overthrew those cities, the entire plain, all the inhabitants of the cities and everything growing in the ground.
Berean Standard Bible:
Thus He destroyed these cities and the entire plain, including all the inhabitants of the cities and everything that grew on the ground.
American Standard Version:
and he overthrew those cities, and all the Plain, and all the inhabitants of the cities, and that which grew upon the ground.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And he overthrew{H2015} those{H411} cities{H5892}, and all the plain{H3603}, and all the inhabitants{H3427} of the cities{H5892}, and that which grew{H6780} upon the ground{H127}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Psalms 107:34
- A fruitful land into barrenness, for the wickedness of them that dwell therein.
Genesis 14:3
- All these were joined together in the vale of Siddim, which is the salt sea.
Genesis 13:10
- ¶ And Lot lifted up his eyes, and beheld all the plain of Jordan, that it [was] well watered every where, before the LORD destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah, [even] as the garden of the LORD, like the land of Egypt, as thou comest unto Zoar.
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Commentary for Genesis 19:25
1. Themes:
- Judgment of Sin: Genesis 19:25 reflects the theme of divine judgment against profound wickedness, particularly the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, which were notorious for their immoral conduct.
- Divine Sovereignty: The verse underscores God's authority to enact justice and His power over creation, as He alone determines the fate of the cities and their inhabitants.
- Mercy and Deliverance: The broader narrative includes the theme of mercy, as righteous Lot and his family are spared from the destruction due to God's grace and the intercession of Abraham.
2. Historical Context:
- The Patriarchal Period: This event occurs during the time of the patriarchs, specifically during the life of Abraham, who is a key figure in the establishment of God's covenant with the Israelites.
- Sodom and Gomorrah: These cities were part of the Canaanite region, known for their moral depravity. The historical context suggests that their destruction was a result of their persistent and unrepentant sinfulness.
- The Role of Angels: The narrative leading up to this verse involves angelic beings visiting Lot to warn him of the impending destruction, highlighting the theological concept of divine messengers involved in human affairs.
- Geographical Context: The plain referred to is the Jordan Valley, which is part of the Great Rift Valley, an area known for its tectonic activity. Some interpret the destruction as a natural disaster, such as an earthquake or a meteorite strike, which could have been divine retribution in the biblical narrative.
In summary, Genesis 19:25 encapsulates the biblical theme of God's judgment on sin, while also highlighting His sovereignty, mercy, and the role of angelic messengers within the historical context of the Patriarchal Period, specifically concerning the infamous cities of Sodom and Gomorrah.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H2015
There are 92 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: הָפַךְ
Transliteration: hâphak
Pronunciation: haw-fak'
Description: a primitive root; to turn about or over; by implication, to change, overturn, return, pervert; [idiom] become, change, come, be converted, give, make (a bed), overthrow (-turn), perverse, retire, tumble, turn (again, aside, back, to the contrary, every way). - Strong's Number: H411
There are 110 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֵל
Transliteration: ʼêl
Pronunciation: ale
Description: a demonstrative particle (but only in a plural sense); these or those; these, those. Compare אֵלֶּה. - Strong's Number: H5892
There are 937 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עִיר
Transliteration: ʻîyr
Pronunciation: eer
Description: or (in the plural) עָר; or עָיַר; (Judges 10:4), from עוּר; a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post); Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. - Strong's Number: H3603
There are 55 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כִּכָּר
Transliteration: kikkâr
Pronunciation: kik-kawr'
Description: from כָּרַר; a circle, i.e. (by implication) a circumjacent tract or region, especially the Ghor or valley of the Jordan; also a (round) loaf; also a talent (or large [round] coin); loaf, morsel, piece, plain, talent. - Strong's Number: H3427
There are 980 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָשַׁב
Transliteration: yâshab
Pronunciation: yaw-shab'
Description: a primitive root; properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry; (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. - Strong's Number: H6780
There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צֶמַח
Transliteration: tsemach
Pronunciation: tseh'-makh
Description: from צָמַח; a sprout (usually concrete), literal or figurative; branch, bud, that which (where) grew (upon), spring(-ing). - Strong's Number: H127
There are 372 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲדָמָה
Transliteration: ʼădâmâh
Pronunciation: ad-aw-maw'
Description: from אָדַם; soil (from its general redness); country, earth, ground, husband(-man) (-ry), land.