Genesis · Chapter 21 King James Version

Genesis 21:26

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The Scripture

(26) And Abimelech said, I wot not who hath done this thing: neither didst thou tell me, neither yet heard I of it, but to day.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

In Genesis 21 Jacob’s son Joseph is born to his wife Rachel and the family celebrates the occasion with a feast. The chapter also records the jealousy of his half‑brother Joseph, who is left behind, and Jacob’s later decision to send away his firstborn. These events highlight the tension between family loyalty and divine providence.

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