Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The four kings seized all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food; then they went away. New Living Translation The victorious invaders then plundered Sodom and Gomorrah and headed for home, taking with them all the spoils of war and the food supplies. English Standard Version So the enemy took all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their provisions, and went their way. Berean Standard Bible The four kings seized all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food, and they went on their way. Berean Literal Bible And they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food, and they went on their way. King James Bible And they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their victuals, and went their way. New King James Version Then they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their provisions, and went their way. New American Standard Bible Then they took all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food supply, and departed. NASB 1995 Then they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food supply, and departed. NASB 1977 Then they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food supply, and departed. Legacy Standard Bible Then they took all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food supply and departed. Amplified Bible Then the victors took all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food supply and provisions and left. Berean Annotated Bible The four kings seized all the goods of Sodom (burning) and Gomorrah (submersion) and all their food, and they went on their way. Christian Standard Bible The four kings took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food and went on. Holman Christian Standard Bible The four kings took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food and went on. American Standard Version And they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their victuals, and went their way. Contemporary English Version Their enemies took everything of value from Sodom and Gomorrah, including their food supplies. English Revised Version And they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their victuals, and went their way. GOD'S WORD® Translation So the four kings took all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah, as well as all their food, and left. Good News Translation The four kings took everything in Sodom and Gomorrah, including the food, and went away. International Standard Version The conquerors captured all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah, including their entire food supply, and then left. NET Bible The four victorious kings took all the possessions and food of Sodom and Gomorrah and left. New Heart English Bible They took all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their food, and left. Webster's Bible Translation And they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their provisions, and went their way. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe four kings seized all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food, and they went on their way. World English Bible They took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their food, and went their way. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd they take the whole substance of Sodom and Gomorrah, and the whole of their food, and go away; Berean Literal Bible And they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food, and they went on their way. Young's Literal Translation And they take the whole substance of Sodom and Gomorrah, and the whole of their food, and go away; Smith's Literal Translation And they will take all the substance of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their food, and will go away. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they took all the substance of the Sodomites, and Gomorrhites, and all their victuals, and went their way: Catholic Public Domain Version Then they took all the substance of the Sodomites and the Gomorrahites, and all that pertained to food, and they went away, New American Bible The victors seized all the possessions and food supplies of Sodom and Gomorrah and then went their way. New Revised Standard Version So the enemy took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their provisions, and went their way; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the raiders took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their provisions, and went their way. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they took all the possessions of Sadom and of Ammora and all their food and they went. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their victuals, and went their way. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they took all the cavalry of Sodom and Gomorrha, and all their provisions, and departed. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Lot Seized by the Four Kings10Now the Valley of Siddim was full of tar pits, and as the kings of Sodom and Gomorrah fled, some men fell into the pits, but the survivors fled to the hill country. 11The four kings seized all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah and all their food, and they went on their way. 12They also carried off Abram’s nephew Lot and his possessions, since Lot was living in Sodom.… Cross References The four kings seized all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah Exodus 12:36 And the LORD gave the people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that they granted their request. In this way they plundered the Egyptians. 2 Chronicles 20:25 Then Jehoshaphat and his people went to carry off the plunder, and they found on the bodies an abundance of goods and valuables—more than they could carry away. They were gathering the plunder for three days because there was so much. 2 Kings 24:13 As the LORD had declared, Nebuchadnezzar also carried off all the treasures from the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and he cut into pieces all the gold articles that Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD. and all their food, Judges 6:4-5 encamping against them as far as Gaza and destroying the produce of the land. They left Israel with no sustenance, neither sheep nor oxen nor donkeys. / For the Midianites came with their livestock and their tents like a great swarm of locusts. They and their camels were innumerable, and they entered the land to ravage it. Deuteronomy 28:51 They will eat the offspring of your livestock and the produce of your land until you are destroyed. They will leave you no grain or new wine or oil, no calves of your herds or lambs of your flocks, until they have caused you to perish. 2 Kings 7:8-9 When the lepers reached the edge of the camp, they went into a tent to eat and drink. Then they carried off the silver, gold, and clothing, and went and hid them. On returning, they entered another tent, carried off some items from there, and hid them. / Finally, they said to one another, “We are not doing what is right. Today is a day of good news. If we are silent and wait until morning light, our sin will overtake us. Now, therefore, let us go and tell the king’s household.” and they went on their way. 1 Samuel 30:18-20 So David recovered everything the Amalekites had taken, including his two wives. / Nothing was missing, young or old, son or daughter, or any of the plunder the Amalekites had taken. David brought everything back. / And he took all the flocks and herds, which his men drove ahead of the other livestock, calling out, “This is David’s plunder!” 2 Kings 7:16 Then the people went out and plundered the camp of the Arameans. It was then that a seah of fine flour sold for a shekel, and two seahs of barley sold for a shekel, according to the word of the LORD. Genesis 31:18 and he drove all his livestock before him, along with all the possessions he had acquired in Paddan-aram, to go to his father Isaac in the land in Canaan. Genesis 19:29 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. Genesis 13:12-13 Abram lived in the land of Canaan, but Lot settled in the cities of the plain and pitched his tent toward Sodom. / But the men of Sodom were wicked, sinning greatly against the LORD. Genesis 18:20-21 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.” Genesis 19:15-17 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. / 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!” Genesis 19:24-25 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. Genesis 19:28 He looked down toward Sodom and Gomorrah and all the land of the plain, and he saw the smoke rising from the land like smoke from a furnace. Deuteronomy 29:23 All its soil will be a burning waste of sulfur and salt, unsown and unproductive, with no plant growing on it, just like the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, Admah and Zeboiim, which the LORD overthrew in His fierce anger. Treasury of Scripture And they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their victuals, and went their way. Genesis 14:16,21 And he brought back all the goods, and also brought again his brother Lot, and his goods, and the women also, and the people… Genesis 12:5 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. Deuteronomy 28:31,35,51 Thine ox shall be slain before thine eyes, and thou shalt not eat thereof: thine ass shall be violently taken away from before thy face, and shall not be restored to thee: thy sheep shall be given unto thine enemies, and thou shalt have none to rescue them… Jump to Previous Departed Enemy Food Four Gomorrah Gomor'rah Goods Kings Property Provisions Seized Sodom Substance Supply Victuals Way WholeJump to Next Departed Enemy Food Four Gomorrah Gomor'rah Goods Kings Property Provisions Seized Sodom Substance Supply Victuals Way WholeGenesis 14 1. The battle of four kings against the king of Sodom and his allies.12. Lot is taken prisoner. 14. Abram rescues him. 17. Melchizedek blesses Abram, who gives him tithes. 21. Abram restores the rest of the spoil to the king of Sodom. The four kings seized all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah This phrase refers to the coalition of four kings led by Chedorlaomer, king of Elam, who had been subjugating the cities of the plain, including Sodom and Gomorrah, for twelve years. The rebellion of these cities in the thirteenth year led to the punitive campaign by the four kings. The seizing of goods indicates a common practice in ancient warfare where victors would plunder the defeated cities, taking valuable resources and wealth. This act of seizing goods highlights the vulnerability and moral decline of Sodom and Gomorrah, which is later emphasized in their destruction in Genesis 19. The historical context of this event is supported by archaeological findings that suggest the existence of city-states in the region during this period, often engaged in conflicts over resources. and all their food, and they went on their way. Persons / Places / Events 1. Four KingsThese are the kings of Shinar, Ellasar, Elam, and Goiim, who formed an alliance to wage war against the cities of the plain, including Sodom and Gomorrah. 2. Sodom and Gomorrah Two cities located in the plain of Jordan, known for their wickedness and later destruction by God. In this context, they are defeated and plundered by the four kings. 3. Goods and Food The possessions and sustenance of Sodom and Gomorrah, which were taken by the invading kings, indicating a complete victory and subjugation. 4. The Event of Plunder This event marks a significant moment of loss and vulnerability for Sodom and Gomorrah, setting the stage for Abram's intervention. 5. Abram's Role Although not directly mentioned in this verse, Abram's subsequent rescue of Lot and recovery of the goods is a pivotal part of the account. Teaching Points The Consequences of SinThe plundering of Sodom and Gomorrah serves as a reminder of the consequences of living in sin and rebellion against God. God's Sovereignty in History Despite the chaos and conflict, God's sovereign plan unfolds, using even the actions of pagan kings to fulfill His purposes. The Role of the Righteous Abram's later intervention illustrates the impact and responsibility of the righteous to act in times of crisis. Material Wealth and Security The loss of goods and food underscores the fleeting nature of material wealth and the need to place trust in God rather than possessions. Divine Deliverance This event foreshadows God's deliverance of His people, a theme that runs throughout Scripture, culminating in the ultimate deliverance through Christ. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 14:11?2. How does Genesis 14:11 illustrate consequences of living in a sinful environment? 3. What lessons can we learn from Lot's association with Sodom in Genesis 14:11? 4. How does Genesis 14:11 connect to the theme of God's sovereignty over nations? 5. How can we avoid the pitfalls of materialism seen in Genesis 14:11? 6. What role does community play in protecting against loss, as seen in Genesis 14:11? 7. What historical evidence supports the events described in Genesis 14:11? 8. How does Genesis 14:11 fit into the broader narrative of Genesis? 9. What theological significance does the plundering in Genesis 14:11 hold? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 14? 11. Who was Chedorlaomer in the Bible? 12. Where is the Valley of Siddim located? 13. Genesis 14:1-2: Why is there no solid archaeological or historical evidence for this large-scale conflict among multiple 'kings'? 14. Genesis 14:21-23: Why does Abram refuse the spoils from the King of Sodom, differing from typical ancient Near Eastern war customs? What Does Genesis 14:11 Mean The four kings“The four kings” (Genesis 14:1) refers to Amraphel of Shinar, Arioch of Ellasar, Chedorlaomer of Elam, and Tidal of Goiim. • These eastern rulers united to punish the five cities of the Jordan Valley that had rebelled after twelve years of paying tribute (Genesis 14:4). • Their coalition reminds us that human power structures can appear invincible, yet God remains sovereign over every kingdom (Psalm 2:1-4; Daniel 2:21). • The historical setting underscores that Genesis is not myth but real events occurring in time and space, demonstrating the literal reliability of the narrative (Isaiah 46:9-10). Seized all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah Plunder was the expected outcome of ancient warfare (Joshua 7:21; 1 Samuel 30:16-20). • “All the goods” signals total economic loss—houses, livestock, precious metals, everything (cf. 2 Kings 24:13-14 when Nebuchadnezzar emptied Jerusalem). • For Sodom and Gomorrah, known for their wickedness (Genesis 13:13), the seizure foreshadows the fuller judgment that will fall in Genesis 19. • The verse also warns that earthly wealth is fragile; God can permit it to be stripped away in a moment (Proverbs 23:5; James 5:1-3). And all their food The invaders did not stop at valuables; they took the necessities of life. • Depriving a city of food left its people helpless (Lamentations 1:11; Micah 6:14). • Scripture often links loss of sustenance to God’s disciplinary hand when sin is rampant (Deuteronomy 28:47-48; Isaiah 3:1). • By recording this detail, Moses shows that judgment touched every layer of Sodom and Gomorrah’s society—from luxury goods down to daily bread (Matthew 6:11 reminds us that even basic provision depends on God). And they went on their way After stripping the cities, the kings moved northward with captives and loot (Genesis 14:12). • Evil often seems to triumph unchecked for a time (Psalm 73:3-9), yet God is already preparing deliverance through Abram (Genesis 14:13-16). • Their departure highlights Abram’s faith-driven response; he will pursue them, demonstrating that one man trusting God can confront overwhelming forces (Judges 7:7; 1 Samuel 17:45-47). • The phrase also foreshadows the fleeting nature of worldly victory—soon these kings will lose the spoils they think are secure (Psalm 37:35-36). summary Genesis 14:11 records an historical moment when four eastern kings utterly plundered Sodom and Gomorrah, taking both luxury and livelihood before departing. The verse reveals: • the reality of human power and conflict, • the vulnerability of sinful societies, • the ease with which God can allow wealth and necessities to vanish, and • the stage being set for God’s faithful servant Abram to act. In a single sentence, Scripture shows the emptiness of trusting in possessions and the certainty that God remains in control, preparing salvation even when circumstances look hopeless. Verse 11. - And they (the conquering kings) took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their victuals, and went their way, ascending up the valley of the Jordan en route for Damascus.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The [four kings] seizedוַ֠יִּקְחוּ (way·yiq·ḥū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3947: To take all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the goods רְכֻ֨שׁ (rə·ḵuš) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7399: Property, goods of Sodom סְדֹ֧ם (sə·ḏōm) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 5467: Sodom -- a Canaanite city near the Dead Sea and Gomorrah וַעֲמֹרָ֛ה (wa·‘ă·mō·rāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 6017: Gomorrah -- a city in the Jordan Valley and all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every their food, אָכְלָ֖ם (’ā·ḵə·lām) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 400: Food and they went on their way. וַיֵּלֵֽכוּ׃ (way·yê·lê·ḵū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk Links Genesis 14:11 NIVGenesis 14:11 NLT Genesis 14:11 ESV Genesis 14:11 NASB Genesis 14:11 KJV Genesis 14:11 BibleApps.com Genesis 14:11 Biblia Paralela Genesis 14:11 Chinese Bible Genesis 14:11 French Bible Genesis 14:11 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 14:11 They took all the goods of Sodom (Gen. 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