Genesis 19:6
Genesis 19:6 in Multiple Translations
Lot went outside to meet them, shutting the door behind him.
And Lot went out at the door unto them, and shut the door after him,
And Lot went out unto them to the door, and shut the door after him.
And Lot went out to them in the doorway, shutting the door after him.
Lot went out to talk to them in the doorway, closing the door behind him.
Then Lot went out at the doore vnto them, and shut the doore after him,
And Lot goeth out unto them, to the opening, and the door hath shut behind him,
Lot went out to them through the door, and shut the door after himself.
And Lot went out at the door to them, and shut the door after him,
Lot went out to them, and shut the door after him, and said:
Lot went outside the house and shut the door behind him, so that they could not go inside.
Lot went out to talk to them and shut the door behind him.
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 19:6
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Genesis 19:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֵּצֵ֧א
אֲלֵ/הֶ֛ם
ל֖וֹט
הַ/פֶּ֑תְחָ/ה
וְ/הַ/דֶּ֖לֶת
סָגַ֥ר
אַחֲרָֽי/ו
וַ/יֵּצֵ֧א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֲלֵ/הֶ֛ם
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
ל֖וֹט
Lôwṭ
H3876
Lot
N-proper
הַ/פֶּ֑תְחָ/ה
pethach
H6607
entrance
Art | N-ms | Suff
וְ/הַ/דֶּ֖לֶת
deleth
H1817
door
Conj | Art | N-fs
סָגַ֥ר
çâgar
H5462
to shut
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אַחֲרָֽי/ו
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 19:6
וַ/יֵּצֵ֧א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
אֲלֵ/הֶ֛ם
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
ל֖וֹט
Lôwṭ
H3876
"Lot"
N-proper
Lot was Abraham's nephew, who settled in Sodom and was later rescued by God. His name means covering and he is an important figure in the book of Genesis, particularly in chapters 11-14.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.11.27; son of: Haran (H2039); brother of: Milcah (H4435) and Iscah (H3252); father of: daughter1_of_Lot (H3876H), daughter2_of_Lot (H3876I), Moab (H4124H), Ben-ammi (H1151) Also named: Lōt (Λώτ "Lot" G3091) § Lot = "covering" son of Haran and Abraham's nephew who settled in Sodom and was delivered from its destruction by God
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: Lot. See also: Genesis 11:27; Genesis 19:5; Psalms 83:9.
הַ/פֶּ֑תְחָ/ה
pethach
H6607
"entrance"
Art | N-ms | Suff
A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.
Definition: opening, doorway, entrance
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.
וְ/הַ/דֶּ֖לֶת
deleth
H1817
"door"
Conj | Art | N-fs
A door is something that swings, like the valve of a door or gate. In the Bible, doors can represent entrance or access, as seen in Psalm 141:3 where David asks God to set a door on his lips.
Definition: door (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: door (two-leaved), gate, leaf, lid. (Psalm 141:3). See also: Genesis 19:6; 2 Chronicles 28:24; Psalms 78:23.
סָגַ֥ר
çâgar
H5462
"to shut"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To shut means to close something, like a door or a container. In the Bible, this word is used to describe surrendering or giving something up, like in the book of Ezra where the Israelites shut themselves in to pray.
Definition: 1) to shut, close 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to shut 1a2) to close, close up 1a3) closed up, closely joined, shut up 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be shut up 1b2) to be shut or closed 1c) (Piel) to shut up, deliver up 1d) (Pual) to be shut up 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to deliver up 1e2) to shut up, imprison 2) pure gold Aramaic equivalent: se.gar (סְגַר "to shut" H5463)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: close up, deliver (up), give over (up), inclose, [idiom] pure, repair, shut (in, self, out, up, up together), stop, [idiom] straitly. See also: Genesis 2:21; 1 Kings 11:27; Psalms 17:10.
אַחֲרָֽי/ו
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep | Suff
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
Study Notes — Genesis 19:6
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Context — Lot Welcomes the Angels
4Before they had gone to bed, all the men of the city of Sodom, both young and old, surrounded the house.
5They called out to Lot, saying, “Where are the men who came to you tonight? Send them out to us so we can have relations with them!”
6Lot went outside to meet them, shutting the door behind him.
7“Please, my brothers,” he pleaded, “don’t do such a wicked thing! 8Look, I have two daughters who have never slept with a man. Let me bring them to you, and you can do to them as you please. But do not do anything to these men, for they have come under the protection of my roof.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Judges 19:23 | The owner of the house went out and said to them, “No, my brothers, do not do this wicked thing! After all, this man is a guest in my house. Do not commit this outrage. |
Genesis 19:6 Summary
In this verse, Lot goes outside to meet the men of Sodom and shuts the door behind him to protect his guests. This shows that Lot is trying to care for and protect the people who are under his roof, which is an important part of being a good host, as seen in passages like Genesis 18:1-8 and Luke 10:25-37. By shutting the door, Lot is also trying to keep the evil intentions of the men of Sodom from entering his home, which is a reminder that we should be mindful of the company we keep and the influences we allow into our lives, as taught in 1 Corinthians 15:33 and 2 Corinthians 6:14-18.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Lot shut the door behind him when he went outside to meet the men of Sodom?
Lot likely shut the door to protect his guests from the wicked intentions of the men of Sodom, as seen in Genesis 19:5, and to prevent them from entering his home and harming his family and the two angelic visitors.
Was Lot's decision to shut the door behind him an act of faith or fear?
While the Bible does not explicitly state Lot's motivations, his actions can be seen as an attempt to protect his family and guests, demonstrating a sense of responsibility and concern for their well-being, as emphasized in Genesis 18:19 and Genesis 19:29.
What can we learn from Lot's actions in this verse about hospitality and protecting those in our care?
Lot's actions demonstrate the importance of protecting and caring for those who are under our roof, as seen in Genesis 19:8, and being mindful of the spiritual and physical well-being of our guests, as taught in passages like Matthew 25:35-40 and Romans 12:13.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of Genesis 19, which involves the judgment of Sodom and Gomorrah?
This verse is a pivotal moment in the narrative, as it sets the stage for the confrontation between Lot and the men of Sodom, ultimately leading to the judgment of the city, as prophesied in Genesis 18:20-21 and fulfilled in Genesis 19:24-25.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can protect and care for those who are under my roof, just like Lot tried to do in this verse?
- How can I balance the need to be hospitable and welcoming to others with the need to protect myself and my loved ones from harm?
- What are some modern-day applications of the principle of protecting those in our care, as seen in this verse and other passages like Matthew 25:35-40?
- How can I, like Lot, stand up against the wickedness and immorality that surrounds me, and what are the potential consequences of doing so, as seen in Genesis 19:9-11?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 19:6
And Lot went out at the door unto them,.... At the door of his house: and shut the door after him; the door of the passage to his house, the courtyard door, for another word is here used; unless the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 19:6
And Lot went out at the door unto them, and shut the door after him, Lot went out at the door unto them.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 19:6
Genesis 19:6 And Lot went out at the door unto them, and shut the door after him,Ver. 6. Lot went out.] So he exposed himself, to save his strangers, hoping to save them from that abominable violence. The right of strangers is so holy, that there was scarce ever any nation so barbarous that would violate the same. When Stephen Gardiner had in his power the renowned clerk Peter Martyr, then teaching at Oxford, he would not keep him to punish him; but when he should go his way, as it is reported, gave him wherewith to bear his charges. But these Sodomites had not so much humanity left in them. They had put off the man, and were become dogs and worse. Am I a dog? saith Abner; that is, so given as dogs be to lust. Lot was the world’ s miracle, who kept himself fresh in Sodom’ s salt waters.
Sermons on Genesis 19:6
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(Genesis) Genesis 18:6-11 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Lot in the city of Sodom from Genesis 19. Lot had unknowingly settled in a city filled with perversion and sin. When two angels |