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Genesis 16:9

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Interconfessional

The angel of the Lord said to her, “Return to your mistress, and submit to her.”

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The angel of the Lord also said to her, “I will so greatly multiply your offspring that they cannot be counted for multitude.”

But Abram said to Sarai, “Your slave-girl is in your power; do to her as you please.” Then Sarai dealt harshly with her, and she ran away from her.

And he said, “Hagar, slave-girl of Sarai, where have you come from and where are you going?” She said, “I am running away from my mistress Sarai.”

If the anger of the ruler rises against you, do not leave your post, for calmness will undo great offenses.

Be subject to one another out of reverence for Christ.

Tell slaves to be submissive to their masters and to give satisfaction in every respect; they are not to talk back,