Genesis 17:20

English Standard Version 2016

As for Ishmael, I have heard you; behold, I have blessed him and will make him fruitful and multiply him greatly. He shall father twelve princes, and I will make him into a great nation.

Cross References

Genesis 21:18

Up! Lift up the boy, and hold him fast with your hand, for I will make him into a great nation.”

Genesis 21:13

And I will make a nation of the son of the slave woman also, because he is your offspring.”

Genesis 28:3

God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and multiply you, that you may become a company of peoples.

Psalm 107:38

By his blessing they multiply greatly, and he does not let their livestock diminish.

Genesis 12:2

And I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you and make your name great, so that you will be a blessing.