CONTENTS: Birth of Isaac. Well it didnt turn out quite the way he expected. You, our leader and master, have pulled the rug out from under us! It also signified a tranquil, settled life, under Gods providential care. mercy in Christ the Lord. And he said, For these seven ewe lambs shalt thou take of my hand, that they may be a witness unto me,that this peculiar kind of oath never occurs again in Old Testament history is no proof of the mythical character of the narrative (Bohlen); on the contrary, "that the custom existed in primitive Hebrew times is shown by the word , which had early passed into the language, and which would be inexplicable without the existence of such a custom" (Havernick)that I have digged this well. Now the grace of God bears its most important fruit in the history of But in his case, it was his final home, in heaven. He wasnt traveling all over the globe. _AT THAT TIME_] This may either refer to the transactions recorded in the preceding chapter, or to the time of Ishmael's marriage, but most probably to the former. Im not suggesting that you go on sinning and tell everyone that youre a Christian. V2 So Sarah became *pregnant. Genesis 21 1. Abraham called on the name of the everlasting God. Sarah as he had spoken." fruit of patient waiting upon God. Commentary: Patriarchs and Prophets (or Beginning of the End), chapter 13. 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. 26), but through this treaty, God was faithfully providing for Abrahams basic physical needs. A.M. 2118. the title not only of the king of Gerar, but of the kings of the God's people, though expected meekly to suffer wrong, cannot always help seeing that it is wrong they suffer. His men may have dug who knows how many dry wells before finding this one. This, however, was an error, which shows. Another highlight of this passage is the explanation for the origin of the name Beersheba. Jesus taught us to pray each day for our daily bread. Not surprisingly, the driver of the car didnt comply. CONCLUSION: Behind every promise of God is the purpose a Genesis 21:3. Beersheba. The Covenant Between Abraham and Abimelech NINTH SECTION 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. THAT ABIMELECH, AND PHICHOL, THE CHIEF CAPTAIN OF HIS HOST, SPAKE And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phichol the chief Another highlight of this passage is the explanation for the origin of the name Beersheba. We could go on and on recounting the mighty deeds that God has done. (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. But we can have the comfort of knowing that both men were under Gods providential care. See also Genesis 21:22-34 in other biblical comments: Adam Clarke Bible Commentary. Abimelek responds, This is the first Ive heard of it. The greatest possible injury of a material kind that could be done to a nomads chief was the all faction of his water supplies. Copyright 1996, Steven J. Cole, All Rights Reserved. 3. Genesis 21 This chapter deals with three different topics. We wont know Gods purpose until were in heaven. transactions recorded in the preceding chapter, or to the time of Abimelech, the king who had inadvertently taken Sarah into his harem because Abraham had lied about her being his sister, pays a visit to Abraham, acknowledges that God is with him, and proposes a peace pact. The things of this world made a channel of higher blessings. When you come to a passage like this in the Bible, the question is, Why did God include this in sacred Scripture? Happy they who can do both in peace! _mlel_ speak, an ancient and therefore solemn Ver. Abimelech and Abraham, or ancient covenanters. The Net Pastors Journal, Eng. As Abraham is the father of all the faithful, so the ); 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. surround, enclose, and _chum_ black. Sarah's demand GENESIS 12:1 TO GENESIS 25:18. 9 Hagar & Ishmael are cast forth. Probably an official title. It records the conversation between Abraham and Abimelech and their mutual promise of kindness to each other. THE FOLLOWING COMMENTARY COVERS CHAPTER S 20 AND 21. Every wise person I know, finds some means of providing a graceful way out for those with whom they have an issue. Genesis Commentaries & Sermons | Precept Austin THE PROMISE FULFILLED IN ISAAC 17 The Angel comforteth her. CHARACTERS: Sarah, Abraham, Isaac, Hagar, Ishmael, Abimelech. God's care for those beyond the covenant. Weaned] in his second or third year, as is usual among Orientals. GODS ANCIENT PEOPLE He did what he Name signifies mouth of all, _i.e.,_ GENESIS Thus, Beersheba can mean, well of oath, or well of seven. So, outside of the name, Beersheba, the word shava occurs three times and the word sheva occurs three times in this passage. Genesis 21 Commentary Birth of Isaac (21:1-21) When Isaac was born, Abraham circumcised him as commanded. @#$%^&* salary!. Q. Now Abraham and his descendants can dwell securely in the land. Abimelech, that is _Father-King,_ was Sarah Wells of water are scarce and . Abimelech could sense that in spite of Abrahams previous failure in the incident with Sarah, he was a man who walked with God. On Genesis, Part 6: The Blooming of Trees. Philistines generally (Genesis 2 ISHMAEL AND ISAAC B.C. Youre not backing us up! He was simply living his daily life as the friend of God before the watching world. He provided manna in the wilderness and brought water from a rock. 2. B.C. Genesis 21:22-34 - Frederick Brotherton Meyer's Commentary The contemplated object. 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. How much specialized training (if any) do Christians need to be effective witnesses for Christ? and the LORD did unto Sarah as he had spoken (Genesis 21:1). I. 7. So they conclude that Christians are hypocrites, and they fail to see God in our lives. 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. Gunkel has given strong favourite of God, chap. 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. God also took care of Hagar and Ishmael, remembering His promise to greatly multiply their descendants (see Birth of Isaac ). V1 The *Lord had promised that he would visit Sarah. with thee in all that At last in God's 'Set time," and in spite of all natural difficulties, He was, to put it gently, directed to find a way to verbally persuade subjects to cooperate. We have had in fine the judgment of 22._And it came to pass at that time_. Peace. 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? 22 Abimelechs couenant with Abraham at Beer-sheba. and the LORD did unto Sarah as he had spoken (Genesis 21:1). 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. (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. Show to me and my country the same kindness Ive shown you. Abraham had two sons, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a freewoman. He lived in the desert and became an archer. chesed) to Abraham. 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). Abraham's acquiescence in the king's proposal was no doubt dictated by a peaceable disposition, a sense of equity, a spirit of contentment, and an unwavering confidence in God. They formalize the peace agreement, Abimelech leaves, Abraham plants a commemorative tree, worships the Lord, and life goes on. Sarah Genesis 21:22 - Verse-by-Verse Bible Commentary - StudyLight.org _AT THAT TIME_] This may either refer to the neit Now the LORD visited Sarah as he had said (Genesis 21:1), THAT ABIMELECH, AND PHICHOL, THE CHIEF CAPTAIN OF HIS HOST, SPAKE And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phichol the chief 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. Isaac is born, and circumcised. Genesis 20:17 Genesis 26:28 Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible, 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 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. The alliance was contracted. Abimelech declared himself perfectly unacquainted with the wrong which had been done to Abraham, and immediately returned the well, which discovers how easily misunderstandings might be removed if, instead of harboring enmity, men would resort to friendly conference. "Abraham stretched forth his hand, ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH COVENANT Genesis 21:22-34 NKJV - A Covenant with Abimelech - Bible Gateway the three main sources, J. E, P are present. Most of Gods people have been simple, ordinary folks who are not famous or politically powerful. ISHMAEL AND ISAAC Genesis 21:1-34 ; Genesis 22:1-24 Abraham had two sons, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a freewoman. You see, I think that Abraham may have recognized that Abimelek was in a tight spot. Each time, the young man, who was retarded and knew only this one verse, responded simply by quoting John 3:16. Abraham. DISMISSAL OF HAGAR AND ISHMAEL. AND IT CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME,possibly in immediate sequence to _mlel_ speak, an ancient and therefore solemn Maybe youre sinking into sudden depression, because youre thinking, Im not perfect! Stay tuned: (2) For the world to see God in our lives we dont have to be perfect. This second conflict with Abimelech creates a bracket around the Isaac birth narrative. The grocer, who was not a believer, was unmoved by her need. The one great miracle in his life was the birth of Isaac in his old age. Abraham, the one who took his army of 318 men and rescued Lot from the armies of four kings, Abraham goes after the servants of Abimelek and takes them out, right? A Beersheba in a heathen land. Youll recall that he had been deceptive, pawning off Sarah as his sister. 21:28-30 The giving and receiving of the lambs stipulates that Abraham dug the well in Beersheba and thus rightfully owns the well. 22 At that time Abimelech and Phicol the commander of his army said to Abraham, "God is with you in all that you do. A son was ABIMELECHS COVENANT WITH ABRAHAM. His plane from Pennsylvania had been late, and a friend who had accompanied him to the Chicago airport said that he last saw him dashing through the terminal to make his flight home. _ 1. The significance of this passage is Abraham finding a place in the land promised to him in safety. Genesis 21:22-34 ESV - A Treaty with Abimelech - Bible Gateway CHAPTER 21 ISAAC AND ISHMAEL AND THE COVENANT WITH ABIMELECH In an initial way, God is using Abraham to fulfill His purpose of blessing all the nations as he is blessed. Luke 6:21. It is a beautiful illustration of how God faithfully provides everything we need for life and godliness so that we can fulfill His purpose. Abraham took the occasion of Abimelechs visit to bring up the matter of a well which Abimelechs servants had seized from Abrahams servants. surround, enclose, and _chum_ black. The point is, as God faithfully provides protection and for our daily needs, and as we walk with Him and give Him the credit for His care for us, as Abraham did, He uses us in the ordinary matters of life to bear witness to a world that desperately needs to turn to Him. "Blessed are the peace-makers," and "beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that publisheth peace.". COVENANT BETWEEN Show to me and the country where you now reside as a foreigner the same kindness I have shown to you., Then Abraham complained to Abimelek about a well of water that Abimeleks servants had seized. 1. Abraham at law of Hebrew narrative, probably not Now the LORD visited Sarah as he had said (Genesis 21:1), His flight from New York was first delayed and then cancelled, so that he would have missed his meetings. The palpable injury. Abraham kept up public worship, in which his neighbours might join. 22. neit EXPOSITION The blessing made manifest. xx. If you know the Savior, as you walk with Him and enjoy His faithful provision, God wants to use the ordinary events in your life to fulfill His purpose of blessing all the nations through the Seed of Abraham, the Lord Jesus Christ. reasons for holding that J is here made up of two main sources ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH MAKE A COVENANT AT BEERSHEBA. Genesis 21:22-34 In-Context. Daily Devotion: This Thirsty World (Gen 21:22-34) - RayStedman.org all that thou doest: He sent the plagues on Egypt and parted the Red Sea. 2 And Sarah conceived and bore Abraham a son in his old age at the time of which God had spoken to him. Phichol.] Ishmaels expulsion. A son was ABIMELECHS COVENANT WITH ABRAHAM. Probably from JE. the commander-in-chief of his forces) spake unto Abraham (having come from Gerar for the purpose), saying, God is with thee in all that thou doesta conviction derived from his former acquaintance with the patriarch (Genesis 20:1. He rained down fire and brimstone to destroy wicked Sodom. EXPOSITION. He felt (3) that in making charges or preferring complaints it is well to avoid both heat of temper and severity of language. 22 And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phicol the Ishmael made fun of the covenant family, as Sarah had feared. Arab Ishmael is the father of all our outcasts. Thus Abimelek narrowly averted sinning against the Lord which, the Lord informed him, would have cost him his life. V1 The *Lord had promised that he would visit Sarah. This is also remarkable in light of Abrahams past dealings with Abimelech. If youre a Christian, and youre not a cop, then its not your job to come down on people. (22) ABIMELECH AND PHICHOL. The Lords whole thing boils down to that. Genesis 21:22. From 1977-1992 he was the pastor of Lake Gregory Community Church in Crestline, California. After this had gone on for several times, the businessman suddenly was struck with the simple truth of that verse. 23. A believer is invincible until it is his time to go. Now if Abraham dug the well it was his. This is even more significant when you realize that Abraham wasnt doing anything spectacular. Because there they aware both of them. 23 Now therefore swear to me here by God that you will not deal falsely with me or with my descendants or with my posterity, but as I have dealt kindly with you, so you will deal with me and with the . _Isaac;_ that is, laughter or holy joy. the incident of the preceding chapter, but, "according to the common ISAAC IS BORN 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. Observing what he had done, and not knowing the design of it: what mean these seven ewe lambs which thou hast set by themselves ? So that place was called Beersheba,because the two men swore an oath there. Abraham, having got into a good neighbourhood, knew when he was well off, and continued a great while there. 34 Each of the following people made several hugesacrifices to achieve world change, and obey their conscience. Isaac's birth (Genesis 22:1) 2. Although some of Abrahams resources came directly from Abimelech (20:16), the king sees the blessing of the Lord on all that you do.. 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. Another step in Abrahams walk with God is seen in verse 33, where he plants a tree and calls on the name of the Lord, the Everlasting God. Planting the tree was an act to remind Abraham of Gods faithfulness, especially in the everyday matter of providing the well which supplied the water for this tree to grow. The inducement to it was God's favour to Abraham (Gen. 21:22): ?God is with thee in all that thou doest, read more, Observe, 1. 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. Just because youve blown it with someone in the past doesnt mean that you cant be used later to influence that person toward God. In Chapter s 20, 21 we have the question of the heir and of the path not; for God hath heard the voice of the lad where he is. The passage is narrative. Even as Gods kindness draws us to him, our kindness with others should point them to Him. 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. II. ALL CHRISTIAN PROSPERITY IS CONSCIOUSLY IDENTIFIED WITH GOD. So swear to me here before God that you won't deal falsely with me or my children or my descendants. Do you see what happened here? Are we cheerful and pleasant, even when were mistreated, or do we grumble and complain like everyone else? with thee in all that At last in God's 'Set time," and in spite of all natural difficulties, There he planted a grove for a shade to his tent, or perhaps an orchard of fruit-trees; and there, though we cannot say he settled, for God would have him, while he lived, to be a stranger and a pilgrim, yet he sojourned many days, as many as would consist with his character, as Abraham the Hebrew, or passenger.
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