Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Genesis 16:10 in English Standard Version "The angel of the Lord also said to her, “I will surely multiply your offspring so that they cannot be numbered for multitude.”" Ge 17:20 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. Ge 21:18 Up! Lift up the boy, and hold him fast with your hand, for I will make him into a great nation.” Ge 25:12 These are the generations of Ishmael, Abraham’s son, whom Hagar the Egyptian, Sarah’s servant, bore to Abraham.