Genesis 18:32 Meaning and Explanation
“And he said, Oh let not the LORD be angry, and I will speak yet but this once: Peradventure ten shall be found there. And he said, I will not destroy it for ten's sake.”
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Read Full Chapter →Abraham makes his final request, asking if ten righteous people would save the city.
The Context of Genesis 18:32
Abraham makes his final negotiation at ten righteous.
What Does Genesis 18:32 Mean?
Abraham's last petition drops to ten righteous—a small group, yet the LORD agrees once more. 'I will speak yet but this once' shows Abraham recognizes he has reached a limit. His repeated appeals to 'let not the LORD be angry' suggest he senses the edge of what he can ask.
The final number—ten—is symbolic. Even a minyan (minimum gathering for prayer and covenant) of righteous people would preserve the city. The LORD's acceptance of this lowest threshold shows mercy extended to its limit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 18:32
What does Genesis 18:32 mean?
Abraham makes his final request, asking if ten righteous people would save the city.
What is the context of Genesis 18:32?
Abraham makes his final negotiation at ten righteous.