Genesis 21:20

Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)

And God was with the lad, and he grew up; he lived in the wilderness, and became an expert with the bow.

Cross References

Genesis 10:9

He was a mighty hunter before the Lord; therefore it is said, “Like Nimrod a mighty hunter before the Lord.”

Genesis 16:12

He shall be a wild ass of a man, his hand against every man and every man's hand against him; and he shall dwell over against all his kinsmen.”

Genesis 17:20

As for Ishmael, I have heard you; behold, I will bless him and make him fruitful and multiply him exceedingly; he shall be the father of twelve princes, and I will make him a great nation.

Genesis 25:27

When the boys grew up, Esau was a skilful hunter, a man of the field, while Jacob was a quiet man, dwelling in tents.

Genesis 27:3

Now then, take your weapons, your quiver and your bow, and go out to the field, and hunt game for me,

Genesis 28:15

Behold, I am with you and will keep you wherever you go, and will bring you back to this land; for I will not leave you until I have done that of which I have spoken to you.”

Genesis 39:21

But the Lord was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love, and gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison.

Luke 1:80

And the child grew and became strong in spirit, and he was in the wilderness till the day of his manifestation to Israel.

Luke 2:40

And the child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom; and the favor of God was upon him.

Judges 6:12

And the angel of the Lord appeared to him and said to him, “The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor.”