Genesis 21:7 Meaning and Explanation
“And she said, Who would have said unto Abraham, that Sarah should have given children suck? for I have born him a son in his old age.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Sarah marvels that she—once barren and aging—now nurses her own child.
The Context of Genesis 21:7
Sarah reflects on the astounding reality of her motherhood.
What Does Genesis 21:7 Mean?
Sarah's wonder expresses the unlikelihood of her fertility. To 'give suck' (nurse) was a role she once thought impossible, yet now she holds a child at her breast. The surprise emphasizes God's overturning of nature and expectation.
Her testimony focuses on what seemed humanly impossible—becoming a nursing mother in old age. This affirmation reinforces that God's promises often arrive through circumstances that human reason would dismiss as hopeless.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 21:7
What does Genesis 21:7 mean?
Sarah marvels that she—once barren and aging—now nurses her own child.
What is the context of Genesis 21:7?
Sarah reflects on the astounding reality of her motherhood.