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now he was living in Sodom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And they also took [captive] Lot, Abram’s nephew, and his possessions and left, for he was living in Sodom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They also took Abram’s nephew Lot and his possessions, for he was living in Sodom, and they went on.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They also took Abram&#8217s nephew Lot and his possessions, for he was living in Sodom, and they went on. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/14.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And they took Lot, Abram's brother's son, who dwelt in Sodom, and his goods, and departed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/genesis/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />They also captured Abram's nephew Lot, who lived in Sodom. They took him and his possessions and then left. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/14.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And they took Lot, Abram's brother's son, who dwelt in Sodom, and his goods, and departed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/genesis/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />They also took Abram's nephew Lot and his possessions since he was living in Sodom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/genesis/14.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Lot, Abram's nephew, was living in Sodom, so they took him and all his possessions. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/14.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />They also took Abram's nephew Lot captive, and confiscated his possessions, since he was living in Sodom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/genesis/14.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They also took Abram's nephew Lot and his possessions when they left, for Lot was living in Sodom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/genesis/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />They also took Lot, Abram?s brother?s son, who lived in Sodom, and his possessions, and departed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And they took Lot, Abram's brother's son, who dwelt in Sodom, and his goods, and departed.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/genesis/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />They also carried off Abram’s nephew Lot and his possessions, since Lot was living in Sodom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/genesis/14.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />They took Lot, Abram’s brother’s son, who lived in Sodom, and his goods, and departed. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and they take Lot, Abram’s brother’s son (seeing he is dwelling in Sodom), and his substance, and go away.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and they take Lot, Abram's brother's son (seeing he is dwelling in Sodom), and his substance, and go away.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And they shall take Lot and his substance, the son of Abram's brother, and will go away, and he will dwell in Sodom.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And Lot also, the son of Abram's brother, who dwelt in Sodom, and his substance. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />along with both Lot, the son of Abram’s brother, who lived in Sodom, and his substance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/genesis/14.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />They took with them Abram’s nephew Lot, who had been living in Sodom, as well as his possessions, and departed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/genesis/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />they also took Lot, the son of Abram’s brother, who lived in Sodom, and his goods, and departed.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/genesis/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And they carried away Lot, Abram's brother's son, who dwelt in Sodom, and his goods, and departed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/genesis/14.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And they took Lot, son of the brother of Abram, and his possessions, and they went and he dwelt in Sadom.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/14.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And they took Lot, Abram's brother's son, who dwelt in Sodom, and his goods, and departed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/genesis/14.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And they took also Lot the son of Abram's brother, and his baggage, and departed, for he dwelt in Sodom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/14-12.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ehevn8iSgc?start=2986" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/genesis/14.htm">Lot Seized by the Four Kings</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">11</span>The four kings seized all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food, and they went on their way. <span class="reftext">12</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3947.htm" title="3947: way·yiq·ḥū (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To take. A primitive root; to take.">They also carried off</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1980.htm" title="1980: way·yê·lê·ḵū (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To go, come, walk. Akin to yalak; a primitive root; to walk."></a> <a href="/hebrew/87.htm" title="87: ’aḇ·rām (N-proper-ms) -- Exalted father, the original name of Abraham. Contracted from 'Abiyram; high father; Abram, the original name of Abraham.">Abram’s</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">nephew</a> <a href="/hebrew/251.htm" title="251: ’ă·ḥî (N-msc) -- A brother. A primitive word; a brother (like 'ab)."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3876.htm" title="3876: lō·wṭ (N-proper-ms) -- Abraham's nephew. The same as lowt; Lot, Abraham's nephew.">Lot</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: wə·’eṯ- (Conj-w:: DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/7399.htm" title="7399: rə·ḵu·šōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Property, goods. Or rkush; from passive participle of rakash; property.">and his possessions,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: wə·hū (Conj-w:: Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">since Lot</a> <a href="/hebrew/3427.htm" title="3427: yō·šêḇ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to sit down; by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry.">was living</a> <a href="/hebrew/5467.htm" title="5467: bis·ḏōm (Prep-b:: N-proper-fs) -- A Canaanite city near the Dead Sea. From an unused root meaning to scorch; burnt district; Sedom, a place near the Dead Sea.">in Sodom.</a> </span><div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/13-12.htm">Genesis 13:12</a></span><br />Abram lived in the land of Canaan, but Lot settled in the cities of the plain and pitched his tent toward Sodom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/19-29.htm">Genesis 19:29</a></span><br />So when God destroyed the cities of the plain, He remembered Abraham, and He brought Lot out of the catastrophe that destroyed the cities where he had lived.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/18-20.htm">Genesis 18:20-21</a></span><br />Then the LORD said, “The outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah is great. Because their sin is so grievous, / I will go down to see if their actions fully justify the outcry that has reached Me. If not, I will find out.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/19-1.htm">Genesis 19:1</a></span><br />Now the two angels arrived at Sodom in the evening, and Lot was sitting in the gateway of the city. When Lot saw them, he got up to meet them, bowed facedown,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/19-15.htm">Genesis 19:15-16</a></span><br />At daybreak the angels hurried Lot along, saying, “Get up! Take your wife and your two daughters who are here, or you will be swept away in the punishment of the city.” / But when Lot hesitated, the men grabbed his hand and the hands of his wife and his two daughters. And they led them safely out of the city, because of the LORD’s compassion for them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/19-24.htm">Genesis 19:24-25</a></span><br />Then the LORD rained down sulfur and fire on Sodom and Gomorrah—from the LORD out of the heavens. / Thus He destroyed these cities and the entire plain, including all the inhabitants of the cities and everything that grew on the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_peter/2-7.htm">2 Peter 2:7-8</a></span><br />and if He rescued Lot, a righteous man distressed by the depraved conduct of the lawless / (for that righteous man, living among them day after day, was tormented in his righteous soul by the lawless deeds he saw and heard)—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/17-28.htm">Luke 17:28-29</a></span><br />It was the same in the days of Lot: People were eating and drinking, buying and selling, planting and building. / But on the day Lot left Sodom, fire and sulfur rained down from heaven and destroyed them all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/13-5.htm">Genesis 13:5-11</a></span><br />Now Lot, who was traveling with Abram, also had flocks and herds and tents. / But the land was unable to support both of them while they stayed together, for they had so many possessions that they were unable to coexist. / And there was discord between the herdsmen of Abram and the herdsmen of Lot. At that time the Canaanites and the Perizzites were also living in the land. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/19-30.htm">Genesis 19:30</a></span><br />Lot and his two daughters left Zoar and settled in the mountains—for he was afraid to stay in Zoar—where they lived in a cave.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/19-17.htm">Genesis 19:17</a></span><br />As soon as the men had brought them out, one of them said, “Run for your lives! Do not look back, and do not stop anywhere on the plain! Flee to the mountains, or you will be swept away!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/19-26.htm">Genesis 19:26</a></span><br />But Lot’s wife looked back, and she became a pillar of salt.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/19-36.htm">Genesis 19:36-38</a></span><br />Thus both of Lot’s daughters became pregnant by their father. / The older daughter gave birth to a son and named him Moab. He is the father of the Moabites of today. / The younger daughter also gave birth to a son, and she named him Ben-ammi. He is the father of the Ammonites of today.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_peter/2-6.htm">2 Peter 2:6</a></span><br />if He condemned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah to destruction, reducing them to ashes as an example of what is coming on the ungodly;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jude/1-7.htm">Jude 1:7</a></span><br />In like manner, Sodom and Gomorrah and the cities around them, who indulged in sexual immorality and pursued strange flesh, are on display as an example of those who sustain the punishment of eternal fire.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And they took Lot, Abram's brother's son, who dwelled in Sodom, and his goods, and departed.</p><p class="hdg">Lot.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/11-27.htm">Genesis 11:27</a></b></br> Now these <i>are</i> the generations of Terah: Terah begat Abram, Nahor, and Haran; and Haran begat Lot.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/12-5.htm">Genesis 12:5</a></b></br> And Abram took Sarai his wife, and Lot his brother's son, and all their substance that they had gathered, and the souls that they had gotten in Haran; and they went forth to go into the land of Canaan; and into the land of Canaan they came.</p><p class="hdg">who.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/13-12.htm">Genesis 13:12,13</a></b></br> Abram dwelled in the land of Canaan, and Lot dwelled in the cities of the plain, and pitched <i>his</i> tent toward Sodom… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/16-26.htm">Numbers 16:26</a></b></br> And he spake unto the congregation, saying, Depart, I pray you, from the tents of these wicked men, and touch nothing of theirs, lest ye be consumed in all their sins.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/9-23.htm">Job 9:23</a></b></br> If the scourge slay suddenly, he will laugh at the trial of the innocent.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/13-7.htm">Abram's</a> <a href="/revelation/22-18.htm">Addition</a> <a href="/genesis/12-5.htm">Brother's</a> <a href="/revelation/21-10.htm">Carried</a> <a href="/genesis/14-11.htm">Departed</a> <a href="/genesis/13-7.htm">Dwelling</a> <a href="/genesis/14-7.htm">Dwelt</a> <a href="/genesis/14-11.htm">Goods</a> <a href="/genesis/13-14.htm">Lot</a> <a href="/genesis/12-5.htm">Nephew</a> <a href="/genesis/13-6.htm">Possessions</a> <a href="/genesis/14-11.htm">Property</a> <a href="/genesis/14-11.htm">Sodom</a> <a href="/genesis/14-11.htm">Substance</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/16-1.htm">Abram's</a> <a href="/genesis/28-9.htm">Addition</a> <a href="/genesis/14-14.htm">Brother's</a> <a href="/genesis/22-6.htm">Carried</a> <a href="/genesis/18-33.htm">Departed</a> <a href="/genesis/14-13.htm">Dwelling</a> <a href="/genesis/14-13.htm">Dwelt</a> <a href="/genesis/14-16.htm">Goods</a> <a href="/genesis/14-16.htm">Lot</a> <a href="/job/18-19.htm">Nephew</a> <a href="/genesis/14-16.htm">Possessions</a> <a href="/genesis/14-16.htm">Property</a> <a href="/genesis/14-17.htm">Sodom</a> <a href="/genesis/14-16.htm">Substance</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 14</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/14-1.htm">The battle of four kings against the king of Sodom and his allies.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/14-12.htm">Lot is taken prisoner.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/14-14.htm">Abram rescues him.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/14-17.htm">Melchizedek blesses Abram, who gives him tithes.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/14-21.htm">Abram restores the rest of the spoil to the king of Sodom.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This phrase highlights the familial connection and the personal stake Abram had in the events. Lot's capture by the invading kings sets the stage for Abram's rescue mission, demonstrating Abram's loyalty and courage. The capture of Lot also foreshadows the later destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, where Lot's choices lead to further consequences. Lot's presence in Sodom, a city known for its wickedness, reflects the dangers of associating with ungodly environments.<p><b>and his possessions</b><br>The mention of Lot's possessions being taken emphasizes the totality of the loss and the material wealth Lot had accumulated. This detail underscores the transient nature of earthly wealth and possessions, a theme echoed throughout Scripture. It also highlights the vulnerability of Lot's position, having chosen to live near Sodom for its prosperity, only to have it all taken away. This serves as a reminder of the biblical principle that treasures on earth are temporary and can be lost in an instant.<p><b>since Lot was living in Sodom</b><br>Lot's decision to live in Sodom is significant, as Sodom was notorious for its sinfulness and moral depravity. This choice reflects Lot's prioritization of material prosperity over spiritual well-being, a decision that ultimately leads to his capture. The city of Sodom is later destroyed by God due to its wickedness, illustrating the consequences of living in a sinful environment. Lot's residence in Sodom also serves as a contrast to Abram, who remained separate from the corrupt influences of the cities of the plain. This phrase foreshadows the eventual judgment on Sodom and highlights the importance of choosing one's associations wisely.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/a/abram.htm">Abram (Abraham)</a></b><br>The patriarch of the Hebrew people, chosen by God to be the father of many nations. At this point in Genesis, Abram is living in Canaan and is about to become involved in a rescue mission for his nephew Lot.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/l/lot.htm">Lot</a></b><br>Abram's nephew, who chose to live in the fertile plains near Sodom. His decision to live near Sodom, a city known for its wickedness, leads to his capture.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/sodom.htm">Sodom</a></b><br>A city notorious for its sinfulness, which later faces divine judgment. Lot's choice to live here reflects a significant decision that impacts his life and family.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_kings'_war.htm">The Kings' War</a></b><br>A conflict involving several kings, including those of Sodom and Gomorrah, against a coalition of other kings. This war results in Lot's capture.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/c/chedorlaomer.htm">Chedorlaomer</a></b><br>The king of Elam and leader of the coalition that defeats the kings of Sodom and Gomorrah, taking Lot captive.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_choices.htm">The Consequences of Choices</a></b><br>Lot's decision to live near Sodom, despite its reputation, leads to his capture. Our choices, especially regarding where we live and whom we associate with, can have significant spiritual and practical consequences.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_family.htm">The Importance of Family</a></b><br>Abram's immediate response to rescue Lot demonstrates the importance of family loyalty and support. We should be ready to help and support our family members in times of need.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_a_sinful_world.htm">Living in a Sinful World</a></b><br>Lot's experience in Sodom serves as a reminder of the challenges of living righteously in a sinful world. We must remain vigilant and steadfast in our faith, even when surrounded by ungodliness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_trials.htm">God's Sovereignty in Trials</a></b><br>Despite the chaos of war and Lot's capture, God's sovereignty is evident. He uses Abram to rescue Lot, showing that God can deliver us from difficult situations.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_genesis_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 14</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/abraham's_interaction_with_sodom's_king.htm">How did Abraham interact with the King of Sodom?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_lot_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Lot in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_chedorlaomer_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Chedorlaomer in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/where_is_the_valley_of_siddim_located.htm">Where is the Valley of Siddim located?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/genesis/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 12.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And they took Lot, Abram's brother's son, who dwelt in Sodom.</span> The last view of Lot saw him driving off his flocks and herds from Bethel. It betokens a considerable declension in spiritual life to behold him a citizen of Sodom. <span class="cmt_word">And his goods</span> (all the property he had acquired through his selfish choice of the Jordan circle), <span class="cmt_word">and departed.</span> <p> CHAPTER 14:13-16 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/14-12.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">They also carried off</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּקְח֨וּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yiq·ḥū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3947.htm">Strong's 3947: </a> </span><span class="str2">To take</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Abram’s</span><br /><span class="heb">אַבְרָ֖ם</span> <span class="translit">(’aḇ·rām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_87.htm">Strong's 87: </a> </span><span class="str2">Abram -- 'exalted father', the original name of Abraham</span><br /><br /><span class="word">nephew</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(ben-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Lot</span><br /><span class="heb">ל֧וֹט</span> <span class="translit">(lō·wṭ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3876.htm">Strong's 3876: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lot -- Abraham's nephew</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and his possessions,</span><br /><span class="heb">רְכֻשׁ֛וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(rə·ḵu·šōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7399.htm">Strong's 7399: </a> </span><span class="str2">Property, goods</span><br /><br /><span class="word">since he</span><br /><span class="heb">וְה֥וּא</span> <span class="translit">(wə·hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, self, the same, this, that, as, are</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was living</span><br /><span class="heb">יֹשֵׁ֖ב</span> <span class="translit">(yō·šêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3427.htm">Strong's 3427: </a> </span><span class="str2">To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in Sodom.</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּסְדֹֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(bis·ḏōm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5467.htm">Strong's 5467: </a> </span><span class="str2">Sodom -- a Canaanite city near the Dead Sea</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/14-12.htm">Genesis 14:12 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/14-12.htm">OT Law: Genesis 14:12 They took Lot Abram's brother's son who (Gen. 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