Genesis 19:32
Genesis 19:32 in Multiple Translations
Come, let us get our father drunk with wine so we can sleep with him and preserve his line.”
Come, let us make our father drink wine, and we will lie with him, that we may preserve seed of our father.
come, let us make our father drink wine, and we will lie with him, that we may preserve seed of our father.
Come, let us give our father much wine, and we will go into his bed, so that we may have offspring by our father,
Come on, let's get our father drunk with wine and sleep with him so we can keep his family line going.”
Come, wee will make our father drinke wine, and lie with him, that we may preserue seede of our father.
come, we cause our father to drink wine, and lie with him, and preserve from our father — a seed.'
Come, let’s make our father drink wine, and we will lie with him, that we may preserve our father’s family line.”
Come, let us make our father drink wine, and we will lie with him, that we may preserve seed of our father.
Come, let us make him drunk with wine, and let us lie with him, that we may preserve seed of our father.
Let’s make our father drink wine until he gets drunk. Then we can have sex with him [EUP] without him knowing it. In that way he will cause us to become pregnant and we can bear children.”
So let’s get our father drunk, and then we can pretend to be his wives, and sleep with him. Then we can have babies, so that we will always have a family.”
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 19:32
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Genesis 19:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְכָ֨/ה
נַשְׁקֶ֧ה
אֶת
אָבִ֛י/נוּ
יַ֖יִן
וְ/נִשְׁכְּבָ֣ה
עִמּ֑/וֹ
וּ/נְחַיֶּ֥ה
מֵ/אָבִ֖י/נוּ
זָֽרַע
לְכָ֨/ה
yâlak
H3212
to walk
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
נַשְׁקֶ֧ה
shâqâh
H8248
to water
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אָבִ֛י/נוּ
ʼâb
H1
father
N-ms | Suff
יַ֖יִן
yayin
H3196
wine
N-ms
וְ/נִשְׁכְּבָ֣ה
shâkab
H7901
to lie down
Conj | V-Qal-1cp
עִמּ֑/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep | Suff
וּ/נְחַיֶּ֥ה
châyâh
H2421
to live
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-1cp
מֵ/אָבִ֖י/נוּ
ʼâb
H1
father
Prep | N-ms | Suff
זָֽרַע
zeraʻ
H2233
seed
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 19:32
לְכָ֨/ה
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
נַשְׁקֶ֧ה
shâqâh
H8248
"to water"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cp
This verb means to give water or a drink to someone or something, often used in stories like Genesis and Exodus. It describes providing sustenance and care, like God giving water to the Israelites in the desert.
Definition: : watering(ANIMALS/PLANTS) 1) to give to drink, irrigate, drink, water, cause to drink water 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to water, irrigate 1a2) to water, give drink to 1b) (Pual) to be watered 1c) (Niphal) variant
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: cause to (give, give to, let, make to) drink, drown, moisten, water. See H7937 (שָׁכַר), H8354 (שָׁתָה). See also: Genesis 2:6; 1 Chronicles 11:17; Psalms 36:9.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אָבִ֛י/נוּ
ʼâb
H1
"father"
N-ms | Suff
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
יַ֖יִן
yayin
H3196
"wine"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for wine, 'yayin', refers to fermented wine and its effects, including intoxication. It is often mentioned in the Bible in the context of banquets and feasts, such as in the book of Esther.
Definition: wine
Usage: Occurs in 134 OT verses. KJV: banqueting, wine, wine(-bibber). See also: Genesis 9:21; Proverbs 20:1; Psalms 60:5.
וְ/נִשְׁכְּבָ֣ה
shâkab
H7901
"to lie down"
Conj | V-Qal-1cp
To lie down can mean to rest, sleep, or have sexual relations, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible. It can also mean to relax or be at rest.
Definition: : lay_down/lie_with 1) to lie down 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lie, lie down, lie on 1a2) to lodge 1a3) to lie (of sexual relations) 1a4) to lie down (in death) 1a5) to rest, relax (fig) 1b) (Niphal) to be lain with (sexually) 1c) (Pual) to be lain with (sexually) 1d) (Hiphil) to make to lie down 1e) (Hophal) to be laid
Usage: Occurs in 194 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, cast down, (lover-)lay (self) (down), (make to) lie (down, down to sleep, still with), lodge, ravish, take rest, sleep, stay. See also: Genesis 19:4; 1 Kings 11:43; Psalms 3:6.
עִמּ֑/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
וּ/נְחַיֶּ֥ה
châyâh
H2421
"to live"
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-1cp
To live or have life is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to revive or be quickened. It is used in the Bible to describe God's power to sustain life and restore people to health, as seen in the stories of the prophets and Jesus' miracles.
Definition: 1) to live, have life, remain alive, sustain life, live prosperously, live for ever, be quickened, be alive, be restored to life or health 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to live 1a1a) to have life 1a1b) to continue in life, remain alive 1a1c) to sustain life, to live on or upon 1a1d) to live (prosperously) 1a2) to revive, be quickened 1a2a) from sickness 1a2b) from discouragement 1a2c) from faintness 1a2d) from death 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to preserve alive, let live 1b2) to give life 1b3) to quicken, revive, refresh 1b3a) to restore to life 1b3b) to cause to grow 1b3c) to restore 1b3d) to revive 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to preserve alive, let live 1c2) to quicken, revive 1c2a) to restore (to health) 1c2b) to revive 1c2c) to restore to life
Usage: Occurs in 239 OT verses. KJV: keep (leave, make) alive, [idiom] certainly, give (promise) life, (let, suffer to) live, nourish up, preserve (alive), quicken, recover, repair, restore (to life), revive, ([idiom] God) save (alive, life, lives), [idiom] surely, be whole. See also: Genesis 5:3; 2 Samuel 16:16; Psalms 22:27.
מֵ/אָבִ֖י/נוּ
ʼâb
H1
"father"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
זָֽרַע
zeraʻ
H2233
"seed"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means seed or offspring, like in Genesis where God promises Abraham many descendants. It can also mean a plant or sowing time, as in Isaiah 55:10. This concept is central to God's plan for humanity.
Definition: : seed/sowing 1) seed, sowing, offspring 1a) a sowing 1b) seed 1c) semen virile 1d) offspring, descendants, posterity, children 1e) of moral quality 1e1) a practitioner of righteousness (fig.) 1f) sowing time (by meton)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] carnally, child, fruitful, seed(-time), sowing-time. See also: Genesis 1:11; 1 Samuel 1:11; Psalms 18:51.
Study Notes — Genesis 19:32
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- Genesis 19:32 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 19:32
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 19:32
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 19:32
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 19:32
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 19:32
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 19:32
- Sermons on Genesis 19:32
Context — Lot and His Daughters
30Lot and his two daughters left Zoar and settled in the mountains—for he was afraid to stay in Zoar—where they lived in a cave.
31One day the older daughter said to the younger, “Our father is old, and there is no man in the land to sleep with us, as is the custom over all the earth.
32Come, let us get our father drunk with wine so we can sleep with him and preserve his line.”
33So that night they got their father drunk with wine, and the firstborn went in and slept with her father; he was not aware when she lay down or when she got up. 34The next day the older daughter said to the younger, “Look, I slept with my father last night. Let us get him drunk with wine again tonight so you can go in and sleep with him and we can preserve our father’s line.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 18:6–7 | None of you are to approach any close relative to have sexual relations. I am the LORD. You must not expose the nakedness of your father by having sexual relations with your mother. She is your mother; you must not have sexual relations with her. |
| 2 | Genesis 11:3 | And they said to one another, “Come, let us make bricks and bake them thoroughly.” So they used brick instead of stone, and tar instead of mortar. |
| 3 | Genesis 9:21 | But when he drank some of its wine, he became drunk and uncovered himself inside his tent. |
| 4 | Mark 12:19 | “Teacher, Moses wrote for us that if a man’s brother dies and leaves a wife but no children, the man is to marry his brother’s widow and raise up offspring for him. |
| 5 | Habakkuk 2:15–16 | Woe to him who gives drink to his neighbors, pouring it from the wineskin until they are drunk, in order to gaze at their nakedness! You will be filled with shame instead of glory. You too must drink and expose your uncircumcision! The cup in the LORD’s right hand will come around to you, and utter disgrace will cover your glory. |
| 6 | Proverbs 23:31–33 | Do not gaze at wine while it is red, when it sparkles in the cup and goes down smoothly. In the end it bites like a snake and stings like a viper. Your eyes will see strange things, and your mind will utter perversities. |
Genesis 19:32 Summary
[In this verse, Lot's daughters come up with a plan to get their father drunk so they can sleep with him and have children. This plan is sinful and harmful, and it shows how desperate and misguided they had become. As seen in Genesis 19:31, they believed there were no other men available to marry, but their solution was not a godly one. We can learn from their mistake by seeking God's wisdom and guidance in our lives, rather than relying on our own understanding or sinful desires, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What motivated Lot's daughters to suggest getting their father drunk?
The motivation behind Lot's daughters' suggestion was their desire to preserve their family line, as they believed there were no other men available to marry, as seen in Genesis 19:31. This plan was misguided and sinful, as it involved incest and intoxication.
Is it ever acceptable to get someone drunk in order to take advantage of them?
No, it is never acceptable to get someone drunk in order to take advantage of them, as this is a form of exploitation and abuse. The Bible teaches us to love and respect one another, and to avoid any behavior that could harm or exploit others, as seen in Ephesians 5:18 and 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8.
How does this verse relate to the theme of sin and its consequences?
This verse illustrates the theme of sin and its consequences, as the daughters' plan to get their father drunk and sleep with him is a sinful and harmful act. The Bible warns us about the dangers of sin and its consequences, as seen in Galatians 6:7-8 and Romans 6:23.
What can we learn from the mistakes of Lot's daughters?
We can learn from the mistakes of Lot's daughters the importance of seeking God's wisdom and guidance in our lives, rather than relying on our own understanding or sinful desires. As seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, we are encouraged to trust in the Lord and seek His will, rather than following our own fleshly desires.
Reflection Questions
- How can I avoid making similar mistakes in my own life by seeking God's wisdom and guidance?
- What are some ways that I can be aware of and resist the temptation to sin, as seen in 1 Corinthians 10:13?
- How can I prioritize purity and integrity in my relationships, as encouraged in 1 Thessalonians 4:7?
- What can I learn from the example of Lot's daughters about the dangers of desperation and the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 19:32
Come, let us make our father drink wine,.... Meaning to excess, so as to be inebriated with it, and not know what he did: this wine might be brought with them from Sodom, with other provisions for
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 19:32
And the firstborn said unto the younger, Our father is old, and there is not a man in the earth to come in unto us after the manner of all the earth: The first-born said unto the younger.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 19:32
Wine they carried with them, amongst other necessary provisions, either from Sodom or Zoar. This, though an incestuous and abominable action, yet they thought was made lawful by the supposed necessity, as in the beginning of the world the marriage of brethren and sisters was lawful because necessary; and when it ceased to be necessary, because of the increase of mankind, it became incestuous.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 19:32
Genesis 19:32 Come, let us make our father drink wine, and we will lie with him, that we may preserve seed of our father.Ver. 32. Come, let us make our father drink.] She knew too well, that Venus in vinis, ignis in igne furit . It is like they had wine from Zoar. They sinned against conscience; and therefore intoxicated their father, who now forgets that he is a father, and does that, in a drunken pang, that which heaven and earth were afterwards ashamed of. So the great whore cometh forth with a cup
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 19:32
(32) That we may preserve seed of our father.—This was a very strong feeling in ancient times, and affords the sole excuse for the revolting conduct of these women. The utter degradation of Lot and his family is the most painful part of his story, which thus ends in his intense shame.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 19:32
Verse 32. Come, let us make our father drink wine] On their flight from Zoar it is probable they had brought with them certain provisions to serve them for the time being, and the wine here mentioned among the rest. After considering all that has been said to criminate both Lot and his daughters in this business, I cannot help thinking that the transaction itself will bear a more favourable construction than that which has been generally put on it. 1. It does not appear that it was through any base or sensual desires that the daughters of Lot wished to deceive their father. 2. They might have thought that it would have been criminal to have married into any other family, and they knew that their husbands elect, who were probably of the same kindred, had perished in the overthrow of Sodom. 3. They might have supposed that there was no other way left to preserve the family, and consequently that righteousness for which it had been remarkable, but the way which they now took. 4. They appear to have supposed that their father would not come into the measure, because he would have considered it as profane; yet, judging the measure to be expedient and necessary, they endeavoured to sanctify the improper means used, by the goodness of the end at which they aimed; a doctrine which, though resorted to by many, should be reprobated by all. Acting on this bad principle they caused their father to drink wine. See Clarke on Genesis 19:38.
Sermons on Genesis 19:32
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The Key to Reclaiming Culture by Ken Ham | This sermon emphasizes the importance of standing on the authority of God's Word, particularly focusing on the foundational history presented in Genesis. It addresses the impact of |
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On Head Coverings by John Calvin | John Calvin preaches about the importance of maintaining decorum and order in sacred assemblies, emphasizing the significance of following traditions and practices that are rooted |
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The Rise and Fall of Babylon by John F. Walvoord | John F. Walvoord delves into the early history of Babylon as mentioned in the Bible, tracing its origins from the time of Nimrod to its eventual rise as a center of religious signi |
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The Power of Faith - Alone With God by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher expresses a desire for manifestations of God that cannot be logically explained, particularly in prison cells in Russia and other countries. He critici |
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(Genesis) - Part 11 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of self-control and discipline in our lives, using biblical examples. He emphasizes that even though we may have the likeness |
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Drinking - What John R. Rice Wrote About It by John R. Rice | John R. Rice preaches about the curses of alcoholism, emphasizing the woes pronounced on the crown of pride and the drunkards of Ephraim in the Bible. He highlights the detrimental |
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The Damnation Army, Its Victims and Its Sponsors by George Kulp | George Kulp passionately preaches about the irreconcilable hostility between the Church and the saloon, emphasizing the need for Christians to take a stand against the liquor traff |