Aˍbranˍ kʼaw‸ kʼoˆ ve, nawˬ ve awˬ ceˬ ma lehˬ, nawˬ ve la‸ sheh hkʼaw cawˬ ve yoˬ. Yawˇ hta‸ nawˬ te gaˇ ve hkʼe te-o, teh‸ kʼaw‸ kʼoˆ piˇ ve yoˬ. Chi hta‸ pa taw, Saˍrehˇ lehˬ awˬ ceˬ ma chi hta‸ fawˉ mehˍ piˇ leh yaˇ miˇ chi hpaw kʼai ve yoˬ.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Abram allows Sarai to treat Hagar harshly, and when Sarai does so, Hagar runs away. Abram gives Sarai control over Hagar, leading to Hagar's escape.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a friend who is not nice to another friend. The friend who is being mean gets to decide what happens, and the other friend feels so bad that they run away to find a safer place. That's what happened here with Sarai, Hagar, and Abram.
Historical Background
This passage is from the book of Genesis, traditionally attributed to Moses. It was written around 1446-1406 BCE and provides insight into the patriarchal society and relationships during that time, where women had limited rights and power.
Living It Out Today
Today, this can be seen in abusive relationships where one person has control over another and mistreats them. It reminds us to seek healthy relationships and advocate for those who are being mistreated.