Genesis 19:27
Genesis 19:27 in Multiple Translations
Early the next morning, Abraham got up and returned to the place where he had stood before the LORD.
¶ And Abraham gat up early in the morning to the place where he stood before the LORD:
And Abraham gat up early in the morning to the place where he had stood before Jehovah:
And Abraham got up early in the morning and went to the place where he had been talking with the Lord:
Abraham got up early the next morning and went back to where he had stood before the Lord.
And Abraham rising vp earely in ye morning went to the place, where he had stand before the Lord,
And Abraham riseth early in the morning, unto the place where he hath stood [before] the face of Jehovah;
Abraham went up early in the morning to the place where he had stood before the LORD.
And Abraham rose early in the morning, to the place were he stood before the LORD:
And Abraham got up early in the morning and in the place where he had stood before with the Lord,
That morning, Abraham got up and went to the place where he had stood in front of Yahweh.
Early in the morning, Abraham went to the hill where he talked with God before.
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Genesis 19:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּשְׁכֵּ֥ם
אַבְרָהָ֖ם
בַּ/בֹּ֑קֶר
אֶל
הַ֨/מָּק֔וֹם
אֲשֶׁר
עָ֥מַד
שָׁ֖ם
אֶת
פְּנֵ֥י
יְהוָֽה
וַ/יַּשְׁכֵּ֥ם
shâkam
H7925
to rise
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אַבְרָהָ֖ם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
Abraham
N-proper
בַּ/בֹּ֑קֶר
bôqer
H1242
morning
Prep | N-ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ֨/מָּק֔וֹם
mâqôwm
H4725
place
Art | N-ms
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
עָ֥מַד
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
שָׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
there
Adv
אֶת
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep
פְּנֵ֥י
pânîym
H6440
face
N-cp
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 19:27
וַ/יַּשְׁכֵּ֥ם
shâkam
H7925
"to rise"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
This verb means to rise or start early, like loading up a burden. It is used in Genesis to describe early morning activities.
Definition: 1) to rise or start early 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to rise early, make an early start 1a2) early (as adverb)
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: (arise, be up, get (oneself) up, rise up) early (betimes), morning. See also: Genesis 19:2; 1 Samuel 15:12; Psalms 127:2.
אַבְרָהָ֖ם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
"Abraham"
N-proper
Abraham was a key figure in the Bible, the later name of Abram, and father of many children, including Ishmael and Isaac. He is first mentioned in Genesis 11:26 and his story is told throughout the book of Genesis. Abraham's life and faith are still studied today.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.11.26; son of: Terah (H8646); brother of: Nahor (H5152H), Haran (H2039) and Sarah (H8283); married to Sarah (H8283), Hagar (H1904) and Keturah (H6989); father of: Ishmael (H3458), Isaac (H3327), Zimran (H2175), Jokshan (H3370), Medan (H4091), Midian (H4080), Ishbak (H3435) and Shuah (H7744); also called Abram at Gen.11.26--17.5; 2x § Abraham = "father of a multitude" or "chief of multitude" friend of God and founder of Hebrew nation via God's elective covenant
Usage: Occurs in 159 OT verses. KJV: Abraham. See also: Genesis 17:5; Genesis 24:9; Psalms 47:10.
בַּ/בֹּ֑קֶר
bôqer
H1242
"morning"
Prep | N-ms
The break of day or morning, a time of new beginnings, as in the morning sacrifices in Exodus 29:39 or the resurrection of Jesus on the first day of the week in John 20:1.
Definition: 1) morning, break of day 1a) morning 1a1) of end of night 1a2) of coming of daylight 1a3) of coming of sunrise 1a4) of beginning of day 1a5) of bright joy after night of distress (fig.) 1b) morrow, next day, next morning
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase]) day, early, morning, morrow. See also: Genesis 1:5; 1 Samuel 11:11; Psalms 5:4.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הַ֨/מָּק֔וֹם
mâqôwm
H4725
"place"
Art | N-ms
Maqom means a place or location, like a city or a region. It can also refer to a condition of the body or mind. This term is used to describe a wide range of locations and situations.
Definition: 1) standing place, place 1a) standing place, station, post, office 1b) place, place of human abode 1c) city, land, region 1d) place, locality, spot 1e) space, room, distance 1f) region, quarter, direction 1g) give place to, instead of
Usage: Occurs in 379 OT verses. KJV: country, [idiom] home, [idiom] open, place, room, space, [idiom] whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 1:9; Deuteronomy 12:3; 1 Kings 20:24.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
עָ֥מַד
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
שָׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
אֶת
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
פְּנֵ֥י
pânîym
H6440
"face"
N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [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. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
Study Notes — Genesis 19:27
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- Context
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- Genesis 19:27 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 19:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 19:27
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 19:27
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 19:27
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 19:27
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 19:27
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 19:27
- Sermons on Genesis 19:27
Context — The Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah
25Thus He destroyed these cities and the entire plain, including all the inhabitants of the cities and everything that grew on the ground.
26But Lot’s wife looked back, and she became a pillar of salt.
27Early the next morning, Abraham got up and returned to the place where he had stood before the LORD.
28He looked down toward Sodom and Gomorrah and all the land of the plain, and he saw the smoke rising from the land like smoke from a furnace. 29So when God destroyed the cities of the plain, He remembered Abraham, and He brought Lot out of the catastrophe that destroyed the cities where he had lived.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Habakkuk 2:1 | I will stand at my guard post and station myself on the ramparts. I will watch to see what He will say to me, and how I should answer when corrected. |
| 2 | Psalms 5:3 | In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation. |
| 3 | Hebrews 2:1 | We must pay closer attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 16:49–50 | Now this was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: She and her daughters were arrogant, overfed, and complacent; they did not help the poor and needy. Thus they were haughty and committed abominations before Me. Therefore I removed them, as you have seen. |
| 5 | Genesis 18:22–33 | And the two men turned away and went toward Sodom, but Abraham remained standing before the LORD. Abraham stepped forward and said, “Will You really sweep away the righteous with the wicked? What if there are fifty righteous ones in the city? Will You really sweep it away and not spare the place for the sake of the fifty righteous ones who are there? Far be it from You to do such a thing—to kill the righteous with the wicked, so that the righteous and the wicked are treated alike. Far be it from You! Will not the Judge of all the earth do what is right?” So the LORD replied, “If I find fifty righteous ones within the city of Sodom, on their account I will spare the whole place.” Then Abraham answered, “Now that I have ventured to speak to the Lord—though I am but dust and ashes— suppose the fifty righteous ones lack five. Will You destroy the whole city for the lack of five?” He replied, “If I find forty-five there, I will not destroy it.” Once again Abraham spoke to the LORD, “Suppose forty are found there?” He answered, “On account of the forty, I will not do it.” Then Abraham said, “May the Lord not be angry, but let me speak further. Suppose thirty are found there?” He replied, “If I find thirty there, I will not do it.” And Abraham said, “Now that I have ventured to speak to the Lord, suppose twenty are found there?” He answered, “On account of the twenty, I will not destroy it.” Finally, Abraham said, “May the Lord not be angry, but let me speak once more. Suppose ten are found there?” And He answered, “On account of the ten, I will not destroy it.” When the LORD had finished speaking with Abraham, He departed, and Abraham returned home. |
Genesis 19:27 Summary
[Abraham got up early in the morning and went back to the place where he had talked to God before, as seen in Genesis 19:27. This shows that Abraham wanted to be close to God and understand what had happened to the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. Just like Abraham, we can seek God's presence and guidance in our lives, and trust in His faithfulness and mercy, as promised in Psalms 23:4. By doing so, we can deepen our relationship with God and find peace and comfort in His presence.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Abraham return to the place where he had stood before the LORD?
Abraham returned to the place where he had stood before the LORD to possibly reflect on the events that had transpired and to seek the Lord's presence, as seen in Genesis 19:27. This action demonstrates Abraham's desire to be in the presence of God and to understand His ways, much like Moses in Exodus 33:7-11.
What can we learn from Abraham's actions in this verse?
We can learn the importance of seeking the Lord's presence and guidance in our lives, just as Abraham did. This is reinforced in Psalms 16:11, which says that in God's presence is fullness of joy.
How does this verse relate to the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah?
This verse serves as a contrast to the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, highlighting God's mercy and faithfulness to those who are righteous, like Abraham. As seen in Genesis 19:29, God remembered Abraham and brought Lot out of the catastrophe.
What does this verse reveal about Abraham's character?
This verse reveals Abraham's humility and dependence on God, as he returns to the place where he had stood before the LORD, seeking to understand and obey God's will, much like in Genesis 22:1-14 where Abraham trusted God with his son Isaac.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can seek the Lord's presence in my daily life, just as Abraham did in this verse?
- How can I balance my desire to understand God's ways with the reality of His sovereignty, as seen in the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah?
- In what ways can I demonstrate humility and dependence on God, like Abraham, in my own life and decisions?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust God's faithfulness and mercy, just as Abraham did in Genesis 19:27?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 19:27
And Abraham got up early in the morning,.... Perhaps he had had but little sleep the whole night, his thoughts being taken up with what was to befall the cities of the plain; and especially being in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 19:27
And Abraham gat up early in the morning to the place where he stood before the LORD: Abraham gat up early in the morning to the place where he stood before the Lord.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 19:27
Genesis 19:27 And Abraham gat up early in the morning to the place where he stood before the LORD:Ver. 27. And Abraham gat up.] So solicitous he was for Sodom, that, as Luther thinks, he could not sleep all night. Lot was delivered by his prayers, though Abraham knew it not.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 19:27
(27) Abraham gat up early in the morning.—This was necessary, because he had a walk of some miles before he reached “the place where he stood before Jehovah” on the previous evening; and probably the mighty forces which overthrew the cities had been some hours at work when he reached the head of the ravine through which the terrible scene became visible. Naturally his anxiety to know the result of his intercession, and the fate of his brother’s son, would urge him to be on foot at the early dawn.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 19:27
Verse 27. Abraham gat up early in the morning] Anxious to know what was the effect of the prayers which he had offered to God the preceding day; what must have been his astonishment when he found that all these cities, with the plain which resembled the garden of the Lord, Genesis 13:10, burnt up, and the smoke ascending like the smoke of a furnace, and was thereby assured that even God himself could not discover ten righteous persons in four whole cities!
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 19:27
27. gat up early] No emphasis is here laid in the Hebrew upon the earliness of the rise. The idiom amounts to saying “in the morning Abraham arose and went to the place.” stood before the Lord] See Genesis 18:12.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 19:27
27. Early in the morning — Probably the morning of the day of destruction is intended; the next day after his intercession.
Sermons on Genesis 19:27
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(Genesis) Genesis 18:12-27 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects a true desire for the Lord's return. He criticizes Christians who claim to want to see the Lor |
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(Romans) Justified by Faith by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the concept of redemption and grace through the finished work of Jesus. He mentions that through belief in Jesus, one can stand before God a |
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What It Means to Live by Faith by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the importance of living by faith, drawing from the prophet Habakkuk's experience of seeking God's word amidst difficult times. It highlights the need for be |
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Why Does God Permit Evil in the World? by Charles E. Fuller | In this sermon, Dr. Charles E. discusses the book of Habakkuk in the Bible. He begins by referencing the familiar song "Jesus Saves" and asks the audience if they have heard it. He |
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Woe Is Me, I Am Undone - Part 2 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher tells the story of a criminal named Charlie Peace who committed heinous crimes and was eventually sentenced to death. Despite his impending execution, |
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Forgiving and God by R.T. Kendall | This sermon by R.T. Kendall focuses on the concept of total forgiveness, exploring the trilogy of Total Forgiveness, Totally Forgiving Ourselves, and Totally Forgiving God. The mes |
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Unfiegned Faith by Richard A. Bennett | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the current state of society, highlighting the rise of sexual immorality and violence. He also discusses the perversion of justice, where the |