Key Verse Spotlight
Genesis 20:2 - Meaning and Application
Understand how this verse speaks to what you're facing and how to apply it today
Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition
" Abraham said about Sarah his wife, “She is my sister.” Abimelech king of Gerar sent, and took Sarah. "
Genesis 20:2
Verse in Context
Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:
1 Abraham traveled from there toward the land of the South, and lived between Kadesh and Shur. He lived as a foreigner in Gerar.
2 Abraham said about Sarah his wife, “She is my sister.” Abimelech king of Gerar sent, and took Sarah.
3 But God came to Abimelech in a dream of the night, and said to him, “Behold, you are a dead man, because of the woman whom you have taken; for she is a man’s wife.”
4 Now Abimelech had not come near her. He said, “Lord, will you kill even a righteous nation?
Explore Guided Bible Studies
Structured sessions with notes, questions, and advisor insights
Genesis 1-11: The Story Begins
Explore creation, fall, and God's unfolding plan in the opening chapters of Genesis.
Session 1 Preview:
Creation and Calling
14 min
The Beatitudes (5-Day Micro)
A short study on Jesus' blessings and the kingdom way.
Session 1 Preview:
Blessed Are the Humble
6 min
Create a free account to save notes, track progress, and unlock all sessions
Create Free AccountFrom This Chapter
Genesis 20:1
"Abraham traveled from there toward the land of the South, and lived between Kadesh and Shur. He lived as a foreigner in Gerar."
Genesis 20:3
"But God came to Abimelech in a dream of the night, and said to him, “Behold, you are a dead man, because of the woman whom you have taken; for she is a man’s wife.”"
Genesis 20:4
"Now Abimelech had not come near her. He said, “Lord, will you kill even a righteous nation?"
Genesis 20:5
"Didn’t he tell me, ‘She is my sister’? She, even she herself, said, ‘He is my brother.’ I have done this in the integrity of my heart and the innocence of my hands.”"
Genesis 20:6
"God said to him in the dream, “Yes, I know that in the integrity of your heart you have done this, and I also withheld you from sinning against me. Therefore I didn’t allow you to touch her."
Genesis 20:7
"Now therefore, restore the man’s wife. For he is a prophet, and he will pray for you, and you will live. If you don’t restore her, know for sure that you will die, you, and all who are yours.”"
Daily Prayer
Get a daily Scripture reflection by email
Start each morning with a verse, a prayer, and a simple next step.
Important Disclaimer: This biblical guidance is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you're experiencing crisis symptoms, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or seek immediate professional help.
Bible Guided provides faith-based guidance and should complement, not replace, professional therapeutic support.