Genesis 13:6
“And the land was not able to bear them, that they might dwell together: for their substance was great, so that they could not dwell together.”
Genesis 13:6 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- And the land was not able to bear them, that they might dwell together: for their substance was great, so that they could not dwell together.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Neither was the land able to bear them, that they might dwell together: for their substance was great, and they could not dwell together.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- And the land was not able to bear them, that they might dwell together: for their substance was great, so that they could not dwell together.
- DARBYDarby
- And the land could not support them, that they might dwell together, for their property was great; and they could not dwell together.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- The land was not able to bear them, that they might live together: for their substance was great, so that they could not live together.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- and the land hath not suffered them to dwell together, for their substance hath been much, and they have not been able to dwell together;
- BPVBiblePics Version
- The land could not support both of them living together, for their wealth was great, and they could not coexist.
Context: Genesis 13
4Unto the place of the altar, which he had made there at the first: and there Abram called on the name of the LORD.
5And Lot also, which went with Abram, had flocks, and herds, and tents.
6And the land was not able to bear them, that they might dwell together: for their substance was great, so that they could not dwell together.
7And there was a strife between the herdmen of Abram's cattle and the herdmen of Lot's cattle: and the Canaanite and the Perizzite dwelled then in the land.
8And Abram said unto Lot, Let there be no strife, I pray thee, between me and thee, and between my herdmen and thy herdmen; for we be brethren.
About Genesis 13: Abraham and Lot Separate
Abram and his nephew Lot have many possessions and they get into a dispute over land. Lot chooses to go to the Jordan Valley, while Abram stays in the land of Canaan.
Commentary
Genesis 13 is a chapter that focuses on the relationship between Abram and Lot. After their great wealth had increased, the land was not able to support them both, so Abram offered Lot the choice of which land he wanted. Lot chose the land of the Jordan Valley, which was well-watered and lush, while Abram chose the land of Canaan, which was dry and barren. This chapter serves as a reminder of the importance of humility and selflessness. Abram was willing to give up the better land for Lot, showing his willingness to put others before himself. This is a lesson that we can all learn from. Abram's faith in God was also evident in this chapter, as he trusted that God would provide for him even in the dry land of Canaan. This is a reminder that God will always provide for us, no matter what our circumstances may be. Overall, Genesis 13 is a chapter that teaches us the importance of humility, selflessness, and faith in God.