Overview
The Bible addresses lahai-roi across 8 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Genesis. Closely related themes include Afflictions and Adversities, Shur, Servants and Wells. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Sarah, Hagar and Ishmael.
Key Bible verses about lahai-roi
Old Testament
Genesis
And the angel of the LORD found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.
And he said, Hagar, Sarai's maid, whence camest thou? and whither wilt thou go? And she said, I flee from the face of my mistress Sarai.
And the angel of the LORD said unto her, Return to thy mistress, and submit thyself under her hands.
And the angel of the LORD said unto her, I will multiply thy seed exceedingly, that it shall not be numbered for multitude.
And the angel of the LORD said unto her, Behold, thou art with child, and shalt bear a son, and shalt call his name Ishmael; because the LORD hath heard thy affliction. Ishmael: that is, God shall hear
And he will be a wild man; his hand will be against every man, and every man's hand against him; and he shall dwell in the presence of all his brethren.
And she called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me?
Wherefore the well was called Beerlahairoi; behold, it is between Kadesh and Bered. Beerlahairoi: that is, The well of him that liveth and seeth me
People in the Bible and lahai-roi
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying lahai-roi for yourself
- Begin with Genesis 16:7, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Consider the lives of Sarah, Hagar and Ishmael and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Afflictions and Adversities, Shur, Servants and Wells.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about lahai-roi?
The Bible addresses lahai-roi across 8 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Genesis. Closely related themes include Afflictions and Adversities, Shur, Servants and Wells. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Sarah, Hagar and Ishmael.
How many Bible verses are about lahai-roi?
The Bible references lahai-roi in 8 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention lahai-roi?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Genesis 16:7: “And the angel of the LORD found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with lahai-roi?
Sarah, Hagar and Ishmael.
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