Genesis 16:7

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

إسْماعِيلُ ابْنُ هاجَر وَجَلَسَتْ هاجَرُ عِنْدَ نَبْعٍ فِي الصَّحْراءِ عَلَى الطَّرِيقِ إلَى شُورَ. فَجاءَها مَلاكُ اللهِ إلَى هُناكَ.

What Does This Mean?

In Genesis 16:7, the angel of the Lord meets Hagar by a fountain of water in the wilderness. The angel is the one speaking. This encounter is significant because it marks the moment when Hagar receives divine guidance and promises.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're on a long, hot trip and suddenly, you find a cool drink of water. That's like what happened to Hagar. An angel from God appeared to her by a fountain in the desert and gave her important news.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the Book of Genesis, written by Moses around 1446-1406 BC. It was written for the Israelites to understand their origins and God's promises. The cultural setting was nomadic with desert travel being common.

Living It Out Today

Today, we can relate this to finding hope in difficult times. Just as Hagar found a source of water and divine guidance in the wilderness, we can find help and direction even when we're struggling or feel lost.

Topics

• guidance
• hope
• promises
• wilderness
• angel
• divine intervention

Related Verses

• Exodus 3:2
• Judges 13:3
• Luke 1:26
• Revelation 21:6
• Isaiah 41:17

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Hagar in this context?

Hagar was an Egyptian maidservant of Sarah, Abraham's wife. She became pregnant by Abraham, which led to her fleeing into the wilderness.

What is the significance of the fountain?

The fountain represents both physical and spiritual sustenance. It was a place of survival and divine encounter in the harsh desert environment.

What does this verse tell us about angels?

It shows that angels can be messengers from God, providing guidance and important messages to people in need.

How can we apply this verse in daily life?

We can find comfort in knowing that even in difficult times, God can send help and guidance to us, much like the angel helped Hagar.