Genesis 18:15 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Then Sarah denied, saying, I laughed not; for she was afraid. And he said, Nay; but thou didst laugh.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then Sarah denied it, saying, 'I didn't laugh,' because she was afraid. But he said, 'No, you did laugh.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sarah was caught lying about laughing when she heard God's promise, showing how fear can make us dishonest even with God.

📚 Historical Context

This conversation happened when three visitors (including the Lord) came to Abraham and Sarah's tent and promised them a son in their old age. Sarah had laughed to herself when she overheard this promise because she was around 90 years old and well past childbearing years. When confronted about her laughter, she became afraid and tried to deny it.

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