Genesis 22:16
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King James Version (modern wording)
And said, By myself have I sworn, says the LORD, for because you have done this thing, and have not withheld your son, yours only son:
Genesis 22:16 (KJV)
American Standard Version
and said, By myself have I sworn, saith Jehovah, because thou hast done this thing, and hast not withheld thy son, thine only son,
Genesis 22:16 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
saying, “By Myself I have sworn, declares the LORD, that because you have done this and have not withheld your only son,
Genesis 22:16 (BSB)
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What does Genesis 22:16 say?
Genesis 22:16 in modern King James wording reads: "And said, By myself have I sworn, says the LORD, for because you have done this thing, and have not withheld your son, yours only son:"
Where is Genesis 22:16 found in the Bible?
Genesis 22:16 is verse 16 of chapter 22 of the book of Genesis, in the Old Testament. Genesis has 50 chapters.
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