And the LORD said unto Abraham, Wherefore did Sarah laugh, saying, Shall I of a surety bear a child, which am old?
And the LORD said to Abraham, 'Why did Sarah laugh and say, 'Will I really have a baby when I'm so old?'
God is questioning Abraham about Sarah's doubtful laughter when she heard she would have a child in her old age.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, Abraham and his wife Sarah had been promised a son by God as part of His covenant, but they were both advanced in age, making the idea seem impossible after many years of waiting. When three visitors, including the Lord, appeared to Abraham and reaffirmed this promise, Sarah overheard and laughed in disbelief at the notion. The Lord's question to Abraham about her laughter highlights His divine awareness and sets the stage for affirming His ability to fulfill promises despite human skepticism.
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