Genesis 16:11

Genesis 16:11 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

11The angel of the Lord also said to her:

“You are now pregnant

and you will give birth to a son.

You shall name him Ishmael,16:11 Ishmael means God hears.

for the Lord has heard of your misery.

11The angel of the Lord said to her further,

“Behold, you are pregnant,

And you will give birth to a son;

And you shall name him 16:11 I.e., God hearsIshmael,

Because the Lord has heard your affliction.

11The angel of the Lord said to her further,

“Behold, you are with child,

And you will bear a son;

And you shall call his name I.e. God hearsIshmael,

Because the Lord has given heed to your affliction.

11The Angel of the Lord continued,

“Behold, you are with child,

And you will bear a son;

And you shall name him Ishmael (God hears),

Because the Lord has heard and paid attention to your persecution (suffering).

11The angel of the Lord proceeded:

“Behold, you have conceived and will bear a son.

And you shall name him Ishmael,16:11 Ishmael means God hears.

for the Lord has heard your cry of affliction.

11The angel of the Lord also said to her,

“You are now pregnant

and will have a son.

You will name him Ishmael,

because the Lord has heard about your suffering.