KJV ORIGINAL
And the thing was very grievous in Abraham’s sight because of his son.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
This situation was extremely upsetting to Abraham because it involved his son.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Abraham was deeply troubled by what was happening because it affected his child.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to Abraham's distress when Sarah demanded that he send away Hagar and Ishmael, Abraham's son through Hagar. Ishmael was Abraham's firstborn son, and despite the complicated family situation, Abraham loved him and was heartbroken at the thought of sending him away. This conflict arose after Isaac was born and Sarah saw Ishmael mocking or playing with Isaac at Isaac's weaning celebration.
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