Genesis 20:15-17
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
15 Then Abimelech said, “Here, my land is at your disposal; settle wherever you please.” 16 To Sarah he said: “I hereby give your brother a thousand shekels of silver. This will preserve your honor before all who are with you and will exonerate you before everyone.” 17 Abraham then interceded with God, and God restored health to Abimelech, to his wife, and his maidservants, so that they bore children;
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Genesis 20:15-17
New International Version
15 And Abimelek said, “My land is before you; live wherever you like.”(A)
16 To Sarah he said, “I am giving your brother a thousand shekels[a] of silver. This is to cover the offense against you before all who are with you; you are completely vindicated.”
17 Then Abraham prayed to God,(B) and God healed Abimelek, his wife and his female slaves so they could have children again,
Footnotes
- Genesis 20:16 That is, about 25 pounds or about 12 kilograms
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