Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then he ran to the herd and selected a choice, tender calf and gave it to a servant, who hurried to prepare it. New Living Translation Then Abraham ran out to the herd and chose a tender calf and gave it to his servant, who quickly prepared it. English Standard Version And Abraham ran to the herd and took a calf, tender and good, and gave it to a young man, who prepared it quickly. Berean Standard Bible Meanwhile, Abraham ran to the herd, selected a tender and choice calf, and gave it to a servant, who hurried to prepare it. Berean Literal Bible And Abraham ran to the herd, and he took a tender and good son of the herd and gave it to the young man, and he hurried to prepare it. King James Bible And Abraham ran unto the herd, and fetcht a calf tender and good, and gave it unto a young man; and he hasted to dress it. New King James Version And Abraham ran to the herd, took a tender and good calf, gave it to a young man, and he hastened to prepare it. New American Standard Bible Abraham also ran to the herd, and took a tender and choice calf and gave it to the servant, and he hurried to prepare it. NASB 1995 Abraham also ran to the herd, and took a tender and choice calf and gave it to the servant, and he hurried to prepare it. NASB 1977 Abraham also ran to the herd, and took a tender and choice calf, and gave it to the servant; and he hurried to prepare it. Legacy Standard Bible Abraham also ran to the herd and took a tender and choice calf and gave it to his young man, and he hurried to prepare it. Amplified Bible Abraham also ran to the herd and brought a calf, tender and choice, and he gave it to the servant [to butcher], and he hurried to prepare it. Berean Annotated Bible Meanwhile, Abraham (father of many) ran to the herd, selected a tender and choice calf, and gave it to a servant, who hurried to prepare it. Christian Standard Bible Abraham ran to the herd and got a tender, choice calf. He gave it to a young man, who hurried to prepare it. Holman Christian Standard Bible Meanwhile, Abraham ran to the herd and got a tender, choice calf. He gave it to a young man, who hurried to prepare it. American Standard Version And Abraham ran unto the herd, and fetched a calf tender and good, and gave it unto the servant; and he hasted to dress it. Contemporary English Version After saying this, he rushed off to his herd of cattle and picked out one of the best calves, which his servant quickly prepared. English Revised Version And Abraham ran unto the herd, and fetched a calf tender and good, and gave it unto the servant; and he hasted to dress it. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then Abraham ran to the herd and took one of his best calves. He gave it to his servant, who prepared it quickly. Good News Translation Then he ran to the herd and picked out a calf that was tender and fat, and gave it to a servant, who hurried to get it ready. International Standard Version Next, Abraham ran to the herd, found a choice and tender calf, and gave it to the young men, who went off in a hurry to prepare it. NET Bible Then Abraham ran to the herd and chose a fine, tender calf, and gave it to a servant, who quickly prepared it. New Heart English Bible Abraham ran to the herd, and took a tender and good calf, and gave it to the servant, and he hurried to prepare it. Webster's Bible Translation And Abraham ran to the herd, and brought a calf tender and good, and gave it to a young man; and he hasted to dress it. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMeanwhile, Abraham ran to the herd, selected a tender and choice calf, and gave it to a servant, who hurried to prepare it. World English Bible Abraham ran to the herd, and fetched a tender and good calf, and gave it to the servant. He hurried to dress it. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Abraham ran to the herd, and takes a son of the herd, tender and good, and gives to the young man, and he hurries to prepare it; Berean Literal Bible And Abraham ran to the herd, and he took a tender and good son of the herd and gave it to the young man, and he hurried to prepare it. Young's Literal Translation and Abraham ran unto the herd, and taketh a son of the herd, tender and good, and giveth unto the young man, and he hasteth to prepare it; Smith's Literal Translation And Abraham running to the oxen, will take the son of a cow, tender and good, and will give to the youth, and he will hasten to do it. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he himself ran to the herd, and took from thence a calf very tender and very good, and gave it to a young man: who made haste and boiled it. Catholic Public Domain Version In truth, he himself ran to the herd, and he took a calf from there, very tender and very good, and he gave it to a servant, who hurried and boiled it. New American Bible He ran to the herd, picked out a tender, choice calf, and gave it to a servant, who quickly prepared it. New Revised Standard Version Abraham ran to the herd, and took a calf, tender and good, and gave it to the servant, who hastened to prepare it. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Abraham ran to the herd, and took a calf fat and good, and gave it to a servant, and he hastened to prepare it. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Abraham ran to the herd and he took one fat and good calf and he gave it to a boy and he hurried to prepare it. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Abraham ran unto the herd, and fetched a calf tender and good, and gave it unto the servant; and he hastened to dress it. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Abraam ran to the kine, and took a young calf, tender and good, and gave it to his servant, and he hasted to dress it. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Three Visitors…6So Abraham hurried into the tent and said to Sarah, “Quick! Prepare three seahs of fine flour, knead it, and bake some bread.” 7Meanwhile, Abraham ran to the herd, selected a tender and choice calf, and gave it to a servant, who hurried to prepare it. 8Then Abraham brought curds and milk and the calf that had been prepared, and he set them before the men and stood by them under the tree as they ate.… Cross References Meanwhile, Abraham ran to the herd Genesis 24:17-20 So the servant ran to meet her and said, “Please let me have a little water from your jar.” / “Drink, my lord,” she replied, and she quickly lowered her jar to her hands and gave him a drink. / After she had given him a drink, she said, “I will also draw water for your camels, until they have had enough to drink.” … 1 Samuel 17:20 So David got up early in the morning, left the flock with a keeper, loaded up, and set out as Jesse had instructed him. He reached the camp as the army was marching out to its position and shouting the battle cry. 1 Kings 18:46 And the hand of the LORD came upon Elijah, and he tucked his cloak into his belt and ran ahead of Ahab all the way to Jezreel. selected a tender and choice calf 1 Kings 1:9 And Adonijah sacrificed sheep, oxen, and fattened calves near the stone of Zoheleth, which is next to En-rogel. He invited all his royal brothers and all the men of Judah who were servants of the king. Luke 15:23 Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let us feast and celebrate. 2 Samuel 6:13 When those carrying the ark of the LORD had advanced six paces, he sacrificed an ox and a fattened calf. and gave it to a servant Genesis 43:16-17 When Joseph saw Benjamin with his brothers, he said to the steward of his house, “Take these men to my house. Slaughter an animal and prepare it, for they shall dine with me at noon.” / The man did as Joseph had commanded and took the brothers to Joseph’s house. 2 Kings 4:38-40 When Elisha returned to Gilgal, there was a famine in the land. As the sons of the prophets were sitting at his feet, he said to his attendant, “Put on the large pot and boil some stew for the sons of the prophets.” / One of them went out to the field to gather herbs, and he found a wild vine from which he gathered as many wild gourds as his garment could hold. Then he came back and cut them up into the pot of stew, though no one knew what they were. / And they poured it out for the men to eat, but when they tasted the stew they cried out, “There is death in the pot, O man of God!” And they could not eat it. Matthew 14:19 And He directed the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, He spoke a blessing. Then He broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. who hurried to prepare it 1 Samuel 28:24-25 The woman had a fattened calf at her house, and she quickly slaughtered it. She also took flour, kneaded it, and baked unleavened bread. / She served it to Saul and his servants, and they ate. And that night they got up and left. 1 Samuel 25:18-19 Then Abigail hurried and took two hundred loaves of bread, two skins of wine, five butchered sheep, five seahs of roasted grain, a hundred clusters of raisins, and two hundred cakes of figs. She loaded them on donkeys / and said to her young men, “Go ahead of me. I will be right behind you.” But she did not tell her husband Nabal. Mark 14:12-16 On the first day of the Feast of Unleavened Bread, when the Passover lamb was to be sacrificed, Jesus’ disciples asked Him, “Where do You want us to prepare for You to eat the Passover?” / So He sent two of His disciples and told them, “Go into the city, and a man carrying a jug of water will meet you. Follow him, / and whichever house he enters, say to the owner, ‘The Teacher asks: Where is My guest room, where I may eat the Passover with My disciples?’ … Genesis 19:3 But Lot insisted so strongly that they followed him into his house. He prepared a feast for them and baked unleavened bread, and they ate. Judges 6:19 So Gideon went in and prepared a young goat and unleavened bread and an ephah of flour. He placed the meat in a basket and the broth in a pot and brought them out to present to Him under the oak. 2 Samuel 12:4 Now a traveler came to the rich man, who refrained from taking one of his own sheep or cattle to prepare for the traveler who had come to him. Instead, he took the poor man’s lamb and prepared it for his guest.” 1 Kings 19:21 So Elisha turned back from him, took his pair of oxen, and slaughtered them. Using the oxen’s equipment for fuel, he cooked the meat and gave it to the people, and they ate. Then he set out to follow and serve Elijah. Treasury of Scripture And Abraham ran to the herd, and fetched a calf tender and good, and gave it to a young man; and he hurried to dress it. Genesis 19:3 And he pressed upon them greatly; and they turned in unto him, and entered into his house; and he made them a feast, and did bake unleavened bread, and they did eat. Judges 13:15,16 And Manoah said unto the angel of the LORD, I pray thee, let us detain thee, until we shall have made ready a kid for thee… Amos 6:4 That lie upon beds of ivory, and stretch themselves upon their couches, and eat the lambs out of the flock, and the calves out of the midst of the stall; Jump to Previous Abraham Attendant Calf Choice Dress Fat Fetched Good Hasted Hastened Hasteth Herd Hurried Ox Prepare Quickly Ran Running Selected Servant Soft Tender YoungJump to Next Abraham Attendant Calf Choice Dress Fat Fetched Good Hasted Hastened Hasteth Herd Hurried Ox Prepare Quickly Ran Running Selected Servant Soft Tender YoungGenesis 18 1. The Lord appears to Abraham, who entertains angels.9. Sarah is reproved for laughing at the promise of a son. 16. The destruction of Sodom is revealed to Abraham. 23. Abraham makes intercession for its inhabitants. Meanwhile, Abraham ran to the herd This phrase highlights Abraham's eagerness and hospitality. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, hospitality was a crucial social duty, especially in a nomadic lifestyle. Abraham's running indicates urgency and respect for his guests, who are later revealed to be divine visitors. This act of running, unusual for a man of his age and status, underscores his commitment to serving others, a theme consistent with his character throughout Genesis. selected a tender and choice calf and gave it to a servant who hurried to prepare it Persons / Places / Events 1. AbrahamThe patriarch of the Israelites, known for his faith and obedience to God. In this passage, he demonstrates hospitality to three visitors. 2. The Herd Represents Abraham's wealth and resources. The selection of a choice calf indicates the importance of the guests and Abraham's willingness to offer his best. 3. The Servant An unnamed individual who assists Abraham by preparing the calf. This reflects the communal effort in showing hospitality. 4. The Visitors Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the context reveals they are divine messengers, including the Lord, visiting Abraham. 5. Mamre The location where Abraham resides, near Hebron, known for its oak trees and as a place where Abraham built an altar to the Lord. Teaching Points The Importance of HospitalityAbraham's actions highlight the biblical value of hospitality. As believers, we are called to welcome and serve others, reflecting God's love and generosity. Offering Our Best to God and Others Abraham chose a "tender, choice calf," symbolizing the offering of our best to God and others. This teaches us to give generously and sacrificially. Promptness in Service Abraham and his servant acted quickly, showing the importance of promptness in serving others. This reflects a heart eager to serve and honor God. Community in Service The involvement of Abraham's servant illustrates the communal aspect of service. We are encouraged to work together in serving others, fostering unity and cooperation. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 18:7?2. How does Abraham's hospitality in Genesis 18:7 inspire our service to others? 3. What does Abraham's choice of a "tender, choice calf" reveal about his character? 4. How does Genesis 18:7 connect to Hebrews 13:2 about entertaining strangers? 5. In what ways can we emulate Abraham's generosity in our daily lives? 6. Why is promptness in serving others, as shown by Abraham, important for Christians? 7. Why did Abraham choose a tender calf for his guests in Genesis 18:7? 8. What does Genesis 18:7 reveal about ancient hospitality customs? 9. How does Genesis 18:7 reflect Abraham's relationship with God? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 18? 11. Who were the three men visiting Abraham in Genesis 18? 12. How could Abraham host and feed three travelers identified as the Lord in human form (Genesis 18:1-5) without any hint of deception or strangeness? 13. In Acts 7:16, Stephen says Abraham bought a burial place in Shechem, yet Genesis 33:19 credits Jacob with that purchase. Which account is correct? 14. What foods are mentioned in the Bible? What Does Genesis 18:7 Mean Meanwhile“Meanwhile” sets the scene of Genesis 18:7 in the flow of Abraham’s hospitality to the three visitors (Genesis 18:1-6). •The word signals continuous action—while Sarah is working on the bread (v. 6), Abraham is not idle but moving to the next step. •Hospitality in Scripture is active, not passive. Compare Hebrews 13:2, where believers are urged to “show hospitality to strangers,” and Luke 10:33-34, where the Good Samaritan immediately attends to the wounded man. •The timing reminds us that service to God’s guests is often a coordinated effort, echoing 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, where many parts work together for one purpose. Abraham ran to the herd “Abraham ran” highlights eagerness. •Running shows urgency and delight, not obligation. In Genesis 17:23, Abraham acts “that very day” to obey God’s covenant of circumcision. •Running also pictures humility; a great patriarch personally rushes like the father of Luke 15:20 who “ran to his son.” •The herd indicates Abraham’s substantial wealth (Genesis 13:2) and readiness to use it for others, recalling Proverbs 3:9, “Honor the LORD with your wealth.” selected a tender and choice calf Abraham chooses the best. •“Tender and choice” mirrors sacrificial language; only unblemished animals were acceptable (Leviticus 22:21). •Malachi 1:8 condemns offering the lame and sick; Abraham models the opposite—giving his finest. •2 Samuel 24:24 records David’s resolve, “I will not offer… that which costs me nothing,” a principle Abraham lives out here. •This generous selection anticipates the greater sacrifice God Himself will provide (Genesis 22:8). and gave it to a servant Delegation enters the story. •Abraham involves others, paralleling Exodus 18:17-18 where Jethro advises Moses to share the load. •The servant’s role shows teamwork in ministry, akin to Acts 6:3-4 where tasks are divided so that all needs are met. •Even the greatest servant-leader equips others (Ephesians 4:12), illustrating that hospitality is a community effort. who hurried to prepare it The servant mirrors Abraham’s urgency. •Haste pictures joyful obedience—Ecclesiastes 9:10 urges doing whatever our hand finds with all our might. •Mark 14:12 shows the disciples promptly preparing the Passover for Jesus; quick service honors the guest. •The servant’s speed also fulfills Proverbs 22:29: “Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will stand before kings.” Here he serves the Lord appearing in human form. summary Genesis 18:7 paints a vivid, literal snapshot of wholehearted hospitality. While Sarah kneads dough, Abraham runs, selects his best calf, and entrusts it to a servant who works swiftly. Every movement—timely, generous, delegated, and eager—reveals a heart that honors God by lavishly caring for His guests. The verse challenges believers today to serve with the same urgency, excellence, and joyful teamwork whenever the Lord places opportunities before us. Verse 7. - And Abraham ran unto the herd, and fetched a calf tender and good, - the greatness of the honor done to the strangers was evinced by the personal activity of the patriarch, and the offering of animal food, which was not a common article of consumption among Orientals - and gave it unto a young man; - i.e. the servant in attendance (cf. Genesis 14:24) - and he hasted to dress it.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Meanwhile, Abrahamאַבְרָהָ֑ם (’aḇ·rā·hām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 85: Abraham -- 'exalted father', the father of the Jewish nation ran רָ֣ץ (rāṣ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7323: To run to וְאֶל־ (wə·’el-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the herd, הַבָּקָ֖ר (hab·bā·qār) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd selected וַיִּקַּ֨ח (way·yiq·qaḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take a tender, רַ֤ךְ (raḵ) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7390: Tender, delicate, soft choice וָטוֹב֙ (wā·ṭō·wḇ) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good calf, בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son and gave וַיִּתֵּ֣ן (way·yit·tên) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set it to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to a servant, הַנַּ֔עַר (han·na·‘ar) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5288: A boy, lad, youth, retainer who hurried וַיְמַהֵ֖ר (way·ma·hêr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4116: To be liquid, flow easily, to hurry, promptly to prepare it. לַעֲשׂ֥וֹת (la·‘ă·śō·wṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 6213: To do, make Links Genesis 18:7 NIVGenesis 18:7 NLT Genesis 18:7 ESV Genesis 18:7 NASB Genesis 18:7 KJV Genesis 18:7 BibleApps.com Genesis 18:7 Biblia Paralela Genesis 18:7 Chinese Bible Genesis 18:7 French Bible Genesis 18:7 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 18:7 Abraham ran to the herd and fetched (Gen. 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