Abimelech's covenant with Abraham at Beersheba. So swear to me here before God that you wont deal falsely with me or my children or my descendants. The birth of Isaac. 21:32-34 A place to call on the name of the Lord. V1 The *Lord had promised that he would visit Sarah. Genesis 21:22-34 New International Version The Treaty at Beersheba 22 At that time Abimelek and Phicol the commander of his forces said to Abraham, "God is with you in everything you do. The covenant arising out of bodily wants a civil agreement. How Jesus guarded his heart by taking care of himselfhe even nappedand why you should do the same. He lived in the desert and became an archer. 1. In the Grant Study, 268 Harvard graduates (including John F. Kennedy by the way. Now therefore swear to me here by God that you will not de Genesis 21 Sarah who at an earlier point had IN ALL THAT THOU DOEST:_ Abraham denies his relationship His friendship is valued, is courted, though a stranger, though a tenant at will to the Canaanites and Perizzites. a. all that thou _AND IT CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME, THAT ABIMELECH AND PHICHOL THE This passage raises three questions relevant for believers today: Application: Seven lambs sealed the covenant between Abraham and Abimelech, but it was one spotless lamb named Jesus who forever sealed Gods covenant with His people. A son was ABIMELECHS COVENANT WITH ABRAHAM. trial and utter ruin of the creature, with the revelation of divine Abraham decided to take a different approach. But what Im saying is that sinlessness isnt the requirement to bear witness for Christ. Fort Worth, Texas. _mlel_ speak, an ancient and therefore solemn Vs.8-21 The expulsion of Ishmael and Hagar. All rights reserved. 4 He is circumcised. Do others see the hand of God on your life? Every wise person I know, finds some means of providing a graceful way out for those with whom they have an issue. Related Commentaries of Genesis 21:22. Abraham a sojourner in that land, afterwards the troubler of Israel; for his sake as discipline, for their sakes as opportunity. It is good to remember God's mercies, of which national and civil quietude is one of the greatest, and it is becoming to erect memorials of both privileges and obligations. Hagar out of heaven, and said unto her, What aileth thee, Hagar? He provided manna in the wilderness and brought water from a rock. 2. I like that, "as He had said, and as He had spoken." _chemet_ bottle, akin to _chamah_, After the treaty had been made at Beersheba, Abimelek and Phicol the commander of his forces returned to the land of the Philistines. (Haydock)_ And God heard the voice of the lad; and the angel of God called to neit EXPOSITION Name signifies mouth of all, _i.e.,_ And yet he was used in Gods great purpose of blessing the nations through Abrahams seed, the Lord Jesus Christ. . Weaned] in his second or third year, as is usual among Orientals. GODS ANCIENT PEOPLE God also took care of Hagar and Ishmael, remembering His promise to greatly multiply their descendants (see Birth of Isaac ). CRITICAL NOTES. Commentary: Patriarchs and Prophets (or Beginning of the End), chapter 13. _Isaac;_ that is, laughter or holy joy. Even in this ordinary incident, Abraham acknowledged Gods faithful care for him. 23. Verse Genesis 21:22. But in his case, it was his final home, in heaven. 2. The outcast. Now the grace of God bears its most important fruit in the history of If he would walk with God, so that it was evident to others, Abraham had nothing to fear. In seeking to bring about both of these promises, Abraham resorted to human schemes to help God out: with the son, he went in to Hagar and produced Ishmael; with regard to the land, his fears of being wiped out by the inhabitants of the land prompted him to lie about Sarah being his sister, not his wife. Worldly policy may have urged Abimelech to cement a league with the powerful chieftain in his neighborhood, but religions affinity would also seem to have exercised an influence in drawing him to seek the friendship of one who appeared to enjoy celestial protection. - Genesis 21:22-23 Review After waiting years, God blessed Abraham and Sarah with their promised baby, Isaac. 1. EXPOSITION. "This scene occurs at the same time as the events of Scene 6 [ Genesis 21:1-21] but focuses on different characters and tensions. CONTENTS: Birth of Isaac. 21 He lived in the wilderness of Paran, and his mother took a wife for him from the land of Egypt. 22. GENESIS 21:23. Genesis 21:22. Abraham. God's promises never fail. If youre a Christian, and youre not a cop, then its not your job to come down on people. Why are we told this? This new cop couldnt believe it. Spiritual markers remind us of the goodness of the Lord in our lives. He sent the plagues on Egypt and parted the Red Sea. army H6635 spoke H559 (H8799) Abraham H85 saying And so it was at that time that Abimelech, and Phicol the captain Genesis 21:22-34 . 4 And Abraham circumcised his son Isaac when he was eight days old, as Should be consulted by all who wish to be well-informed on the issues alluded to by Moses. CHRISTI GENESISNOTE ON GENESIS 21:22 GOD IS WITH YOU IN ALL THAT YOU DO. B.C. Abimelech attributes Abrahams success to God. Sarah trial and utter ruin of the creature, with the revelation of divine Its our job to love God and to love people. It may have been that his servants were telling him, No way, Abraham didnt dig that well, we did! Your neighbor may have a Ph.D. and you may be a blue collar worker. As you think about Abrahams life, you realize that he was a fairly ordinary man, except that he was a man of extraordinary faith and obedience to God. No more can be expected from an honest man than that he be ready to do right, as soon as he knows he has done wrong. *** Abimelech reenters the picture with his enforcer, Phicol. Sometimes when you read the Bible, you get the feeling that God majors in the spectacular. Sometimes we think that weve got to be perfect before God can use us as a witness. Now Abraham and his descendants can dwell securely in the land. that it could not be explained on merely natural grounds. It is as much the duty of him who has a grievance to reveal it, as it is the duty of him who has caused the grievance to remove it. Even as Gods kindness draws us to him, our kindness with others should point them to Him. 4. He checked his badge, it was on right side up. As a tax payer Im your boss I pay your ! And the LORD visited Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah as He had spoken. chesed) to Abraham. Arab Ishmael is the father of all our outcasts. Abraham kept up public worship, in which his neighbours might join. law of Hebrew narrative, probably not Now the LORD visited Sarah as he had said (Genesis 21:1), Perhaps Abimelech had heard of how God had given Abraham and Sarah a son in their old age. mercy in Christ the Lord. We dont know how much Abimelech knew about the one true God, but he at least knew enough to see clearly that God made a difference in Abrahams life. How aggressive should we be? ; Psalms 34, tit.). The significance of this passage is Abraham finding a place in the land promised to him in safety. On the flight that crashed was a godly pastor from Southern California. I like this. Then Abraham does something unexpected. 21:22-34 Abimelech felt sure that the promises of God would be fulfilled to Abraham. _The Covenant with Abimelech_ (Genesis 21:22-34) Show to me and my country the same kindness Ive shown you. He made a traffic stop that went something like this: Listen, I know my rights. You see, I think that Abraham may have recognized that Abimelek was in a tight spot. But we can have the comfort of knowing that both men were under Gods providential care. And they didnt have backhoes or drilling rigs in those days. Ishmaels expulsion. How to love unlovable people the way Jesus did. It is wise to connect ourselves with those who are blessed of God; and we ought to requite kindness to those who have been kind to us. Isaac's birth (Genesis 22:1) 2. I. They watch our attitudes, our words, and our actions. Genesis 31 Genesis 32 Genesis 33 Genesis 34 Genesis 35 Genesis 36 Genesis 37 Genesis 38 Genesis 39 Genesis 40 Genesis 41 fruit of patient waiting upon God. Genesis 20:17 Genesis 26:28 College Press Bible Study Textbook Series, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible, George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary, Introductory Lectures - Commentary by William Kelly, John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible, Kretzmann's Popular Commentary of the Bible, Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures, Leslie M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible, Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible, Matthew Poole's Concise Commentary On The Bible, Notes on the Pentateuch by Charles Henry Mackintosh, Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments, The Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary, Through The Bible C2000 Serie by Chuck Smith. fruit of patient waiting upon God. 3. ALL CHRISTIAN PROSPERITY IS CONSCIOUSLY IDENTIFIED WITH GOD. Abimelech professed to have shown kindness (Hb. This blessing would come through Abrahams descendant, the Lord Jesus Christ. He was simply living his daily life as the friend of God before the watching world. Phichol.] They formalize the peace agreement, Abimelech leaves, Abraham plants a commemorative tree, worships the Lord, and life goes on. Contests for wells "are now very common all over the country, but more especially in the southern deserts". Sarah's demand GENESIS 12:1 TO GENESIS 25:18. The palpable injury. Of _Abimelech, _ see GENESIS 20:2. And the Lord visited Sarah, as he had said, and the Lord did unto 21:28-30 The giving and receiving of the lambs stipulates that Abraham dug the well in Beersheba and thus rightfully owns the well. Gunkel has given strong Note the significance of the word oath (Hb. (1) The world is watching the lives of believers. of God; and we ought to requite kindness to those who have We plainly see that God blesseth and prospereth thee in all thy In spite of Abrahams past deception, Abimelech recognized God in his life. favourite of God, chap. It hadnt worked the two times they tried it. Its no wonder that Abimelek is asking Abraham to swear that he wont deal falsely with him. The greatest possible injury of a material kind that could be done to a nomads chief was the all faction of his water supplies. fear Thus Abimelek narrowly averted sinning against the Lord which, the Lord informed him, would have cost him his life. Abraham set apart seven ewe lambs from the flock,and Abimelek asked Abraham, What is the meaning of these seven ewe lambs you have set apart by themselves?, He replied, Accept these seven lambs from my hand as a witness that I dug this well.. How can we turn everyday situations into opportunities for telling others about Christ? CHAPTER 21 ISAAC AND ISHMAEL AND THE COVENANT WITH ABIMELECH As a planter of tamarisks, the patriarch has been styled the father of civilization; it is more important to remark that he never neglected to worship God himself and publish his salvation to others. I like this. Then Abraham brings up a sore subject, a delicate matter, a touchy issue with Abimelek. We dont always think about it, but if the world knows that were Christians, they watch us to see if were different than everyone else. God burned the words into his heart and gave him the faith to believe. Abimelech's treaty with Abraham 21:22-34. His circumcision (Genesis 22:4)_ Another wrong thing happens: An imperfect Christian concludes that he had better not say anything about his faith until he gets all his problems solved. 22 At that time Abimelech and Phicol the commander of his army said to Abraham, "God is with you in all that you do. In the story of Hagar and Ishmael, we notice: COVENANT BETWEEN Now the grace of God bears its most important fruit in the history of Abraham didnt fight with Abimeleks servants. That was an extraordinary way that God provided for His children. Hence "the ownership of wells m Palestine was as jealously guarded as the possession of a mine in our own" (Inglis). (1) that a person cannot always be held responsible for what his servants do, (2) that it is wrong to judge on insufficient evidence with reference to the characters and conduct of others, and. He did what he Checking his ticket which he hadnt used, he realized that if his earlier flight to Chicago had not been cancelled, he would have been on that flight. Isaac would later have to clear up some matters over several wells with Abimelech (chap. Sarah, at the unlikely age of 90 years, gives birth to Isaac, not; for God hath heard the voice of the lad where he is. Abimelech, however, was still wary of Abraham and fearful of the God whom Abraham worshipped. You dont need a theological education to bear witness by your walk with God. "Abraham stretched forth his hand, ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH COVENANT It is wise to connect ourselves with those who are blessed of God; and we ought to requite kindness to those who have been kind to us. Peace established, Abimelech and Phichol, having accomplished their mission, returned to Philistia. Some try to convey that they are perfect. The man was educated and he articulately expressed his objections. And Abimelech said, I wet not who hath done this thing. What a privilege to be used by the Eternal God as we live our ordinary lives on this earth! And Abraham sojourned in the Philistines' land many days. THE PROMISE FULFILLED IN ISAAC In gratitude for former favours he had received from him, in token of the friendship that subsisted between them, and for the confirmation of it; and to show that he was fully satisfied with Abimelech's answer to his complaint, as well as willing to enter into covenant by sacrifice, when such creatures were divided, and the covenanters passed between the pieces, for so it follows: and both of them made a covenant ; or, read more, And Abraham set seven ewe lambs of the flock by themselves. So why, after he already gave Abimelek flocks of sheep and cattle, did Abraham give him seven lambs as a witness that Abraham dug the well? Sarah's joy. He did what he The Covenant Between Abraham and Abimelech NINTH SECTION He gives Abimelek seven lambs so Abimelek can tell his servants that the well has been purchased. And Abraham said, I will swear. Its not our job to meet out justice anyway. So Abimelek took Sarah into his harem. of his host, spoke to Abraham saying, God is with you in all that and married, but when Isaac was weaned and Ishmael was expelled: 6 Sarahs ioy. The next thing that happened was that the new cop pulled him through the window, arrested him, and took him down town to HQ. In this section Abraham at _chemet_ bottle, akin to _chamah_, had once laughed through unbelief; now being ashamed of that, she CHIEF CAPTAIN OF HIS HOST SPAKE UNTO ABRAHAM, SAYING, GOD IS WITH THEE 17 The Angel comforteth her. And Abraham took sheep and oxen, and gave them unto Abimelech As the usual covenant presents (cf. Abraham, having got into a good neighbourhood, knew when he was well off, and continued a great while there. He graduated from Dallas Theological Seminary (Th.M., 1976 in Bible exposition) and Califo More. And it came to pass at that time,possibly in immediate sequence to the incident of the preceding chapter, but, "according to the common law of Hebrew narrative, probably not long after the birth of Isaac."(Murphy)that Abimelechthe king of Gerar (Genesis 20:2; Genesis 26:1, Genesis 26:16)and Phi-cholif the name be Shemitic, "mouth of all," i.e . A Beersheba in a heathen land. After pouring over Jesus every interaction with another human being, he realized he was doing a much better job ofstudyingJesus words than he wasfollowingJesus words and example. 22 And it came to pass at that time that Abimelech and Phichol, the commander of his army, spoke to Abraham, saying, "God is with you in all that you do. army H6635 spoke H559 (H8799) Abraham H85 saying And so it was at that time that Abimelech, and Phicol the captain The question extends beyond how does God fit in with our ordinary schedules to, How does God fit in with ordinary people? After all, in the history of the church, not many of Gods people have been able to speak to packed stadiums around the world, like Billy Graham. You know what Ive learned? ISAAC IN GERAR A famine occurs in the land, just as it had in the days of Abraham (ch.12:10). His calendar wasnt full of speaking engagements. Genesis 21:22-34 In-Context. Neither didst thou toll me, neither yet heard I of it, but today. Sometimes we may wonder, How does God fit in with the ordinary?. _The birth of Isaac. CHARACTERS: Sarah, Abraham, Isaac, Hagar, Ishmael, Abimelech. Arab Ishmael is the father of all our outcasts. We are secure in His providential care. The music and the sermon were okay, but didnt really help. So Abraham, to demonstrate his commitment to the treaty and to demonstrate his good will toward Abimelek, brings to Abimelek sheep and cattle. The LORD visited Sarah as He had said: It took a long time (25 years) for this promise to come to pass, but God was faithful to His promise. Weaned] in his second or third year, as is usual among Orientals. GODS ANCIENT PEOPLE xx. had promised to her. We wont know Gods purpose until were in heaven. AND IT CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME,possibly in immediate sequence to Most of Gods people have been simple, ordinary folks who are not famous or politically powerful. A.M. 2118. His file is sealed until 2040) have receivedregular medical exams, taken psychological tests, returned questionnaires, and sat for interviews for the last 72 years or until they died. 22 Abimelechs couenant with Abraham at Beer-sheba. Abimelech, on the other hand, acts generously as of old, and shows no signs of ill-will at the growing power of one whose expectation was that his race would possess the whole land. 14. (22) Abimelech and Phichol.Abimelech, that is Father-King, was the title not only of the king of Gerar, but of the kings of the Philistines generally (Genesis 26:1; 1Samuel 21:10, marg. Most days, he got up, made sure his animals were being cared for, dealt with problems like sick or straying animals, servants who had squabbles, and finding enough water and food for his flocks and family. The Atlantic, June 2009. Not long ago he was asked, What have you learned from the Grant Study men?, Vaillants response: That the only thing that really matters in life are your relationships to other people. (What makes us happy? Sarah, at the unlikely age of 90 years, gives birth to Isaac, The name, Beersheba seems to play on them both. The driver of the vehicle wasnt given a graceful way out. Calling on Gods Name in whatever land you live, Despite the struggles in this new land, Abraham remembers his covenant with God (the God of Everlasting) and calls on His name. In Genesis 21:22-34, we see Abraham in a scene from his ordinary life. CHARACTERS: Sarah, Abraham, Isaac, Hagar, Ishmael, Abimelech. But it is significant that Gods blessing on Abraham is evident even to this pagan king, Abimelech, who tells Abraham, God is with you in all that you do (21:22). When Abraham and Abimelech previously met, on the occasion when Abraham lied about his wife, Abimelech endorsed Abraham living where it pleases you (20:15). I already did that during the night while I was watching over my sick child, she replied. The things of this world made a channel of higher blessings. Two powerful princes, in their conduct exemplifying the spirit of unity and peace which should bind together private persons in their daily intercourse, as well as kings and nations in their political alliance. On Genesis, Part 6: The Blooming of Trees. Albert Barnes' Notes on the Bible - The Birth of Isaac 7. Here he is in this situation where he dug a well, a large investment in that area at that time. The mistaken charge. olam) as a name for the Lord, This is the word used on the covenant with Abraham (13:15; 17: 7, 8, 13, 19). Matthew Henry's Commentary on Genesis 21:22-34 Commentary on Genesis 21:22-34 (Read Genesis 21:22-34) Abimelech felt sure that the promises of God would be fulfilled to Abraham. Category: Sermon StructureTags: Genesis, Genesis 21, Old Testament Narrative, Home | Admissions | Academics | Campus Life | Alumni, All content copyright 2023 Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary The significance of the presence of Phichol at the ceremony indicates Abimelechs promise not to pursue military action against Abraham. And Abraham reproved (literally, reasoned with, and proved to the satisfaction of) Abimelech (who was, until informed, entirely unacquainted with the action of his servants) because of a well of water, which Abimelech's servants had violently taken away. Then this brand new cop said,Sir, step out of the car. I. 15. Throughout Abrahams story run two great promises which God made to Abraham: a son, through whom Abraham would become a great nation, and through whose descendants all the nations would be blessed; and, the land of Canaan, where his descendants would live. In Genesis 21:22-34, we see Abraham in a scene from his ordinary life. 4. We could go on and on recounting the mighty deeds that God has done. Abraham denies his relationship Genesis 21 Genesis 22 Genesis 23 Genesis 24 . So we never bear witness for Jesus Christ, which is precisely what Satan wants. *** Abimelech reenters the picture with his enforcer, Phicol. shava) in this pericope (23, 24, 31, 31). That leads me to ask, Does the world see God in your everyday life?. Genesis 21:22 2. Show us kindness like we have been kind to you. _ 1. In the immediately preceding verses, God has provided Isaac and dismissed Ishmael, so that Abraham would learn that Gods promises do not depend on human schemes and effort for their fulfillment. Give people youre in disagreement with a graceful way out. transactions recorded in the preceding chapter, or to the time of Observing what he had done, and not knowing the design of it: what mean these seven ewe lambs which thou hast set by themselves ? @#$%^&* salary!. 21:33 Abraham called on the name of the Lord, 21:34 Living in the land of the Philistines. Abraham uses the occasion to complain to Abimelech about a well which his men have taken from Abrahams servants. The proposal was reasonable, and agreed to [Ge 21:24]. Ishmael mocking (Genesis 22:9) Hagar out of heaven, and said unto her, What aileth thee, Hagar? could sing with Mary, My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spi God is with thee in all that thou doest Name signifies mouth of all, _i.e.,_ Love Like Jesusbegins with the story of how after a life of regular church attendance and Bible study, Bennett was challenged by a pastor to study Jesus. Abraham, being now in a good neighbourhood, stayed a great while there. The shaft is formed of excellent masonry to a great depth until it reaches the rock, and at this juncture a spring trickles perpetually. The grocer, who was not a believer, was unmoved by her need. transactions recorded in the preceding chapter, or to the time of with his wi AND IT CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME,. Not when Ishmael was grown up "'Do not lay a hand on the boy,' he said. The world is watching, and without a word of witness, they should be able to tell that we are Christians as they see our godly lives. not; for God hath heard the voice of the lad where he is. his mother took him a wife --On a father's death, the mother looks out for a wife for her son, however young; and as Ishmael was now virtually deprived of his father, his mother set about forming a marriage connection for him, it would seem, among her relatives. Since were not perfect, we do one of two wrong things. The significance of this passage is Abraham finding a place in the land promised to him in safety. Sarah's demand GENESIS 12:1 TO GENESIS 25:18. Happy they who can do both in peace! Ruth 1:17, and vide Genesis 14:23). ); posteri et stirps (Vulgate); offspring and progeny (Kalisch); kith and kin (Murphy)but according to the kindness that I have done unto thee (vide Genesis 20:15), thou shalt do unto me, and to the land wherein thou hast sojournedthe land being put for the people (cf. So swear to me here before God that you won't deal falsely with me or my children or my descendants. @#$ %^&*^$!, Im not doin it! A few years ago, a Christian worker was scheduled to fly from New York to Chicago for some meetings before returning home to Los Angeles. 9. Ver. Scripture Story: Genesis 21:1-5; Genesis 22:1-12. surround, enclose, and _chum_ black. All these things are true and wonderful. But Abraham still struggled with this fear long after he had been living in the land. The honest and fearless revelations of Bennetts own moral failures affirm he wrote this book for himself as much as for others. V1 The *Lord had promised that he would visit Sarah. That word sounds very much like the Hebrew word for seven (sheva) used in 21:28, 29, and 30. So what does Abraham do? Abimelech attributes Abrahams success to God. _GOD IS WITH - The Birth of Isaac Here God shows Abraham that not only would the people of the land not take his wife, they wouldnt even take his well. You many Read Genesis 21:22-34 here: Bible Gateway. None ever waited in vain. Abraham had two sons, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a freewoman. And Abimelech said unto Abraham, What mean these seven ewe lambs which thou hast set by themselves? Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers He walked in daily communion with God. As David wrote, all our days were written in Gods book before we even were born (Ps. His flight from New York was first delayed and then cancelled, so that he would have missed his meetings. Which things are an. As the years passed, he often wondered if it was just a coincidence. The Lords whole thing boils down to that. (See previous post about Abraham and Abimelek). Most of us in our land of plenty dont have to worry about where our next meal is coming from. A Treaty with Abimelech. 8. Genesis 21 1. Good men should not only rectify the wrongs they do to one another, but adopt all wise precautions against their repetition. He wasnt a TV evangelist. The grocer later discovered that the scale was out of order. Why? Just because youve blown it with someone in the past doesnt mean that you cant be used later to influence that person toward God. 1. See also David living in the land of the Philistines (1 Sam. He complains to Abimelek about a well of water that Abimeleks servants had seized. 'Do not do anything to him. So that place was called Beersheba,because the two men swore an oath there. I. Genesis 21:1; Genesis 22:1 1. 3. The angel relieves and comforts her. Peace enjoyed. V2 So Sarah became *pregnant. Q. Wheres the balance between taking measures for our own safety versus trusting God to protect us? Abraham took care to have his title to the well allowed, to prevent disputes in future. 17 The Angel comforteth her. No doubt, the king remembered their previous encounter when Abraham dealt falsely with him. (Murphy)that Abimelechthe king of Gerar (Genesis 20:2; Genesis 26:1, Genesis 26:16)and Phi-cholif the name be Shemitic, "mouth of all," i.e. This passage chronicles a covenant between Abraham and Abimelech. He was, to put it gently, directed to find a way to verbally persuade subjects to cooperate. The trouble is, people can see that it isnt true. ALL CHRISTIAN PROSPERITY IS ALSO CONSCIOUSLY IDENTIFIED WITH and the LORD did unto Sarah as he had spoken (Genesis 21:1). We have had in fine the judgment of 22._And it came to pass at that time_. As Abraham is the father of all the faithful, so the the long-promised son was born. CHRISTIAN PROSPERITY Abimelech was impressed with Abraham's growing prosperity. and the LORD did unto Sarah as he had spoken (Genesis 21:1). 22 And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phicol the And Abraham replies, These seven lambs are a witness that I dug the well that your servants seized. THE FOLLOWING COMMENTARY COVERS CHAPTER S 20 AND 21. Wells of water are scarce and valuable in eastern countries. The deal is sealed. His friendship is valued, is courted, though a stranger, though a tenant at will to the Canaanites and Perizzites. I wont ask you again!. Because of that fear, before they left Haran, he and Sarah had worked out a deceptive scheme to pawn her off as his sister (20:13).

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