Genesis 18:31-33

Good News Translation

³¹ Abraham said, “Please forgive my boldness in continuing to speak to you, Lord. Suppose that only twenty are found?”

He said, “I will not destroy the city if I find twenty.”

³² Abraham said, “Please don't be angry, Lord, and I will speak only once more. What if only ten are found?”

He said, “I will not destroy it if there are ten.” ³³ After he had finished speaking with Abraham, the Lord went away, and Abraham returned home.