Background and Family:
Lot is a significant figure in the Old Testament, primarily known as the nephew of the patriarch Abraham. He is the son of Haran, Abraham's brother, making him Abraham's nephew. Lot's account is primarily found in the Book of Genesis, where he accompanies Abraham on his journey from Ur of the Chaldeans to the land of Canaan. Lot's father, Haran, died in Ur, and Lot was taken under the care of his uncle Abraham (Genesis 11:27-31).

Journey with Abraham:
Lot traveled with Abraham and his family as they obeyed God's call to leave their homeland and journey to a land that God would show them. As they settled in Canaan, both Abraham and Lot prospered, acquiring large flocks, herds, and tents. However, their prosperity led to strife between their herdsmen due to the limited resources of the land (Genesis 13:5-7).

Separation from Abraham:
To resolve the conflict, Abraham proposed a separation, allowing Lot to choose the land he preferred. Lot chose the fertile plain of the Jordan Valley, near the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, while Abraham remained in the land of Canaan (Genesis 13:8-12). This decision would have significant consequences for Lot and his family.

Life in Sodom:
Lot settled in the city of Sodom, which was known for its wickedness and sinfulness. Despite the moral depravity of the city, Lot became a resident and even held a position of some influence, as indicated by his presence at the city gate (Genesis 19:1). The Bible describes the men of Sodom as "wicked, sinning greatly against the LORD" (Genesis 13:13).

Rescue by Abraham:
Lot's choice to live in Sodom led to his capture during a regional conflict involving several kings. When Abraham learned of Lot's capture, he mounted a successful rescue operation, defeating the coalition of kings and recovering Lot, his family, and their possessions (Genesis 14:11-16).

Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah:
The most dramatic episode in Lot's life is the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. God decided to destroy these cities due to their grievous sin. However, because of Abraham's intercession, God sent two angels to rescue Lot and his family. The angels warned Lot to flee the city with his family and not to look back. As they fled, Lot's wife disobeyed the command and looked back, turning into a pillar of salt (Genesis 19:15-26).

Aftermath and Legacy:
Lot and his two daughters escaped to the mountains, where they lived in a cave. In a desperate attempt to preserve their family line, Lot's daughters made him drunk and conceived children by him. These children became the ancestors of the Moabites and Ammonites, who would later become adversaries of Israel (Genesis 19:30-38).

Theological Significance:
Lot's life serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of choosing to live among wickedness and the importance of righteous living. Despite his association with Abraham, Lot's decisions led to personal loss and moral compromise. His account highlights God's mercy in rescuing the righteous from judgment, as well as the severe consequences of disobedience and sin.

References in the New Testament:
Lot is mentioned in the New Testament as an example of a righteous man living in a corrupt society. The Apostle Peter refers to Lot as "a righteous man who was distressed by the depraved conduct of the lawless" (2 Peter 2:7-8). This reference underscores the tension between living in a sinful world and maintaining personal righteousness.

Cultural and Historical Context:
Lot's account is set in the context of the ancient Near East, a region characterized by city-states and tribal societies. The cities of Sodom and Gomorrah are often cited as archetypes of sin and divine judgment. Lot's narrative provides insight into the challenges faced by those who strive to live righteously in a fallen world.3091. Lot -- Lot, a patriarch
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Lot's Flight from Sodom.
... LOT'S FLIGHT FROM SODOM. In Palestine, the land in which Jesus dwelt when He
was upon earth, there is an inland sea, called the Dead Sea. ...
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Of Lot's Deliverance from Sodom, and Its Consumption by Fire from ...
... Book XVI. Chapter 30."Of Lot's Deliverance from Sodom, and Its Consumption by Fire
from Heaven; And of Abimelech, Whose Lust Could Not Harm Sarah's Chastity. ...
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Lot's Escape from a Wicked City
... THE OLD TESTAMENT LOT'S ESCAPE FROM A WICKED CITY. ... Two angels in human form came
to Sodom in the evening, as Lot was sitting at the gate of Sodom. ...
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The Swift Destroyer
... 'And when the morning arose, then the angels hastened Lot, saying, Arise, take thy
wife, and thy ... The sun was risen upon the earth when Lot entered into Zoar. ...
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The Importance of a Choice
... GENESIS THE IMPORTANCE OF A CHOICE. 'And Abram went up out of Egypt, he, and his
wife, and all that he had, and Lot with him, into the south. ...
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Note what Jesus Says.
... "As, it was in the days of Sodom and Gomorrah." They don't believe in Lot's wife,
but He says, "Remember Lot's wife." So there is not a thing that men to-day ...
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How God Overthrew the Nation of the Sodomites, Out of his Wrath ...
... And the angels came to the city of the Sodomites, and Lot entreated them to accept
of a lodging with him; for he was a very generous and hospitable man, and ...
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Abraham --The Father of the Faithful.
... He took Sarai, his wife, and Lot, his nephew, and some servants, and cows, and
sheep, and camels, and asses, and went into the land of Canaan. ...
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Chapter xix
... CHAPTER XIX. Guilt and Destruction of Sodom"Sequel: Lot's Degeneracy
(19:1-38) Though strictly speaking this chapter is not a portion ...
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Chapter xiii
... CHAPTER XIII. 3. Separation from Lot (v.1-18) ... The separation from Lot is a necessity
growing out of deeper reasons than those usually cited. ...
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Lot's (5 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Lot's (5 Occurrences). Luke 17:32 Remember Lot's
wife! (WEB KJV WEY ASV BBE WBS NAS RSV NIV). Genesis 13 ...
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Lot (145 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary (Hebrews goral, a "pebble"), a small stone used in casting
lots (Numbers 33:54; Jonah 1:7). The lot was always resorted to by the ...
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Lotus (2 Occurrences)

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Lots (26 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV NIV). Acts 1:26 They drew lots for them, and the
lot fell on Matthias, and he was numbered with the eleven apostles. ...
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Livestock (124 Occurrences)
... Genesis 13:7 There was a strife between the herdsmen of Abram's livestock and the
herdsmen of Lot's livestock: and the Canaanite and the Perizzite lived in the ...
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Feeding (37 Occurrences)
... Genesis 13:7 and there is a strife between those feeding Abram's cattle and those
feeding Lot's cattle; and the Canaanite and the Perizzite 'are' then dwelling ...
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Dwelled (5 Occurrences)
... Genesis 13:7 And there was a strife between the herdmen of Abram's cattle and the
herdmen of Lot's cattle: and the Canaanite and the Perizzite dwelled then in ...
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Perizzites (23 Occurrences)
... Genesis 13:7 And there was an argument between the keepers of Abram's cattle and
the keepers of Lot's cattle: at that time the Canaanites and Perizzites were ...
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Perizzite (22 Occurrences)
... Genesis 13:7 There was a strife between the herdsmen of Abram's livestock and the
herdsmen of Lot's livestock: and the Canaanite and the Perizzite lived in the ...
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Pregnant (33 Occurrences)
... Yahweh judge between me and you." (See NIV). Genesis 19:36 Thus both of
Lot's daughters were with child by their father. (See NIV). ...
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