genesis 21:22 34 commentary

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. God is However, see 26:17-33, where Isaac also has a dispute with Abimelech (likely not the same person) over wells and makes a treaty with him. Abimelech and Phichol. Abraham a sojourner in that land, afterwards the troubler of Israel; for his sake as discipline, for their sakes as opportunity. What makes us happy? neit EXPOSITION The significance of this passage is Abraham finding a place in the land promised to him in safety. and the LORD did unto Sarah as he had spoken (Genesis 21:1). There he made, not only a constant practice, but an open profession of his religion. Show us kindness like we have been kind to you. For these promises to be fulfilled, God had to provide Abraham with a son, which He did in an extraordinary way in the birth of Isaac. He wasnt building a sprawling complex of buildings to house his international ministry. reasons for holding that J is here made up of two main sources ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH MAKE A COVENANT AT BEERSHEBA. 21:33 Abraham called on the name of the Lord, 21:34 Living in the land of the Philistines. Isaac is born, and circumcised. L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 26:1-35. Probably from JE. His circumcision (Genesis 22:4)_ It hadnt worked the two times they tried it. 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. This new cop couldnt believe it. When we give thanks at the dinner table, we need to be truly thankful, and not just mumbling a ritual prayer before we say, Please pass the potatoes. God faithfully provides for our protection and for our provision. He felt fear 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. They cover or deny their sin and try to make it look like theyve got it all together. Abimelech, that is _Father-King,_ was Genesis 21:22-34 In-Context 20 God was with the lad, and he grew; and he lived in the wilderness and became an archer . I wont ask you again!. This event is not recorded in Scripture. Read Genesis commentary using Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Concise). "Abraham stretched forth his hand, ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH COVENANT ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH Youve never said anything to me about this before and I dont know who might have done it. surround, enclose, and _chum_ black. And Abraham plantedas a sign of his peaceful occupation of the soil (Calvin); as a memorial of the transaction about the well ('Speaker's Commentary'); or simply as a shade for his tent (Rosenmller); scarcely as an oratory (Bush, Kalisch)a grovethe wood, plantation (Targum, Vulgate, Samaritan, Kimchi); a field, (LXX. 7. God burned the words into his heart and gave him the faith to believe. God used the only Scripture this retarded young man knew to give eternal life to this sophisticated businessman (told by Martin & Deidre Bobgan, Competent to Minister [EastGate], pp. So they conclude that Christians are hypocrites, and they fail to see God in our lives. 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). Of great importance for the scientific data that has been included in the author's exposition. 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." But if you have the reality of a walk with the faithful God of the ordinary, your neighbor will know that youve got something he lacks. Name signifies mouth of all, _i.e.,_ Its done, these two powerful men have entered into the treaty with one another. Abraham gets his well back. _The Covenant with Abimelech_ (Genesis 21:22-34) His men may have dug who knows how many dry wells before finding this one. 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. 8. 26), but through this treaty, God was faithfully providing for Abrahams basic physical needs. The new cop and the driver of the car are both backed into a corner. Arise We have had hitherto God's account of that which He had made; then the Abraham kept up public worship, in which his neighbours might join. 1. Now therefore swear unto me here by Godthe verb to swear is derived from the Hebrew numeral seven, inasmuch as the septennary number was sacred, and oaths were confirmed either by seven sacrifices (Genesis 21:28) or by seven witnesses and pledgesthat thou wilt not deal falsely with me,literally, if thou shalt lie unto me; a common form of oath in Hebrew, in which the other member of the sentence is for emphasis left unexpressed (cf. Every wise person I know, finds some means of providing a graceful way out for those with whom they have an issue. Genesis 21:22. Wheres the balance between taking measures for our own safety versus trusting God to protect us? "Abraham stretched forth his hand, ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH COVENANT Though he was surrounded by pagans who had no scruples about murdering and plundering a wealthy mans belongings, Abraham could live securely because of Gods faithful protection, apart from any schemes on Abrahams part. Beersheba. the long-promised son was born. 17 The Angel comforteth her. Abimelech and Abraham, or ancient covenanters. _Isaac;_ that is, laughter or holy joy. Then this brand new cop said,Sir, step out of the car. In like manner Phichol, mouth of all, seems to have been the official designation of the prime minister, and commander-in-chief. A few years ago Abraham told this same Abimelek that Sarah was his sister. But what Im saying is that sinlessness isnt the requirement to bear witness for Christ. The outcast. 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 CRITICAL NOTES. Abraham had two sons, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a freewoman. Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers God's promises never fail. I. We have had in fine the judgment of 22._And it came to pass at that time_. Arise We have had hitherto God's account of that which He had made; then the So Abimelek took Sarah into his harem. Without even reading it, he put it on one side of his old-fashioned scale. Now the grace of God bears its most important fruit in the history of GENESIS 21:23. ISAAC IS BORN Abraham was the friend of God. CHAPTER 21 Another highlight of this passage is the explanation for the origin of the name Beersheba. Hagar out of heaven, and said unto her, What aileth thee, Hagar? Happy they who can do both in peace! Arab Ishmael is the father of all our outcasts. CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME, &C. Hence it is plain that Abraham had CHIEF CAPTAIN OF HIS HOST SPAKE UNTO ABRAHAM, SAYING, GOD IS WITH THEE Th Genesis 21:22 time H6256 Abimelech H40 Phichol H6369 commander H8269 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. How Jesus demonstrated all five of Gary Chapmans love languages (and how you can too). laughed with the laughter of incredulity, now laughed with the _Abimelech, king of Gerara, who knew that Abraham was a prophet, and a His friendship is valued, is courted, though a stranger, though a tenant at will to the Canaanites and Perizzites. COVENANT BETWEEN God's people, though expected meekly to suffer wrong, cannot always help seeing that it is wrong they suffer. That led to an obsessive seven year deep dive. 7. 22 And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phicol the Genesis 20:2 Genesis 26:26 God. 1. 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. Because there they aware both of them. The Covenant Between Abraham and Abimelech NINTH SECTION Its Gods job to meet out justice. 6 Sarahs ioy. Wherefore he called that place Beersheba. Abraham planted a tamarisk tree in Beersheba, and there he called upon the name of the LORD, the Eternal God. Then Abraham brings up a sore subject, a delicate matter, a touchy issue with Abimelek. How much specialized training (if any) do Christians need to be effective witnesses for Christ? Peace commemorated. It seems to me that the answer is, It shows the faithfulness of God in the ordinary. He checked his uniform, it looked good. IN ALL THAT THOU DOEST:_ The new name of God bore witness to Gods unchanging faithfulness and to the fact that Abrahams faith was not in Abimelech nor in the treaty between them, but in the eternal God who was his dwelling place. _ALUN OWEN_ The trouble is, people can see that it isnt true. Wheres the justice? You might be thinking. You, our leader and master, have pulled the rug out from under us! I already did that during the night while I was watching over my sick child, she replied. 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. Abimelech was impressed with Abraham's growing prosperity. DISMISSAL OF HAGAR AND ISHMAEL. The grocer later discovered that the scale was out of order. So he changed his plans and flew home to L.A. Two days later, he heard on the news that a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles had crashed, killing everyone on board. 22. _The birth of Isaac. 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 to survive a life of loving like Jesus (or how not to become a Christian doormat). The story of how Billy Graham extended Christs extraordinary love and grace toward a man who misrepresented Jesus to millions. when Abimelech, struck with God's providential regard to him, wa 5. Scripture Story: Genesis 21:1-5; Genesis 22:1-12. not; for God hath heard the voice of the lad where he is. chesed) to Abraham. He was Gods number one man on earth, but he wasnt holding miracle services. had promised to her. And Abraham said, I will swear. 22. He spoke and the universe was created. If youre a Christian, and youre not a cop, then its not your job to come down on people. and married, but when Isaac was weaned and Ishmael was expelled: 4. And alls well. Sometimes we think that weve got to be perfect before God can use us as a witness. Gunkel has given strong shava) in this pericope (23, 24, 31, 31). (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. Its about relationships with people. Genesis 21:22-34 What is the meaning of these seven ewe lambs you have set apart by themselves? Ishmaels expulsion. The prudent measure Abraham gave Abimelech seven ewe lambs as a witness that he had digged the well, and consequently had a right to its possession. Ishmael mocking (Genesis 22:9) 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? 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. He provided manna in the wilderness and brought water from a rock. The next thing that happened was that the new cop pulled him through the window, arrested him, and took him down town to HQ. There he called on the name of the Lord, as the everlasting God; probably in the grove he planted, which was his place of prayer. A godly man is entitled to be careful of his property, to preserve it from damage, protect it from theft, and recover it when stolen or lost. (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. So swear to me here before God that you won't deal falsely with me or my children or my descendants. Here he is in this situation where he dug a well, a large investment in that area at that time. The Net Pastors Journal, Eng. The man whos been thoroughly analyzing these files for the last 44 years is Dr. George Valliant. This Bible study on Genesis 21 shows God's promise to Sarah and Abraham fulfilled in the birth of their son Isaac, the son of promise. 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. ), his knowledge of Isaac's birth, and his general observation of the patriarch's prosperity. Another highlight of this passage is the explanation for the origin of the name Beersheba. 33:18-19). Around the mouth of the well is a circular course of masonry, topped by a circular parapet of about a foot high; and at a distance of ten or twelve feet are stone troughs placed in a concentric circle with the well, the sides of which have deep indentions made by the wear of ropes on the upper edges The second well, about 200 yards farther south, is not more than five feet in diameter, but is formed of equally good masonry, and furnishes equally good water". 3. V1 The *Lord had promised that he would visit Sarah. In that case Abraham went down to Egypt, whereas Isaac went only as far as Gerar, in the land of the Philistines, but the same place where we read of Abraham denying his relationship with Sarah. No doubt, the king remembered their previous encounter when Abraham dealt falsely with him. 1 The LORD visited Sarah as he had said, and the LORD did to Sarah as he had promised. Now therefore swear to me here by God that you will not de Genesis 21 How Jesus guarded his heart by taking care of himselfhe even nappedand why you should do the same. Now the grace of God bears its most important fruit in the history of He got down on his knees and wept in gratitude. Gunkel has given strong As already Mature, Aner, and Eshcol had formed a league with the patriarch (vide Genesis 14:13). One way Abimelech knew that Abraham walked with God is that Abraham had prayed that God would heal Abimelech and his family, and God answered that prayer (20:17-18). I.e. I dont have to give you my license and registration., Listen you ! By the way the new cops boss, the Police Chief, called him into his office the next day for what the new cop thought was going to be an atta-boy. One of Abrahams deeply rooted fears when God called him to leave his homeland and go to the land of Canaan was that the people of the land would see his wife and kill him in order to take her. Although some of Abrahams resources came directly from Abimelech (20:16), the king sees the blessing of the Lord on all that you do.. Philistines generally (Genesis 2 ISHMAEL AND ISAAC 4 He is circumcised. Perhaps Abimelech had heard of how God had given Abraham and Sarah a son in their old age. Abimeleks servants save face. The significance of the presence of Phichol at the ceremony indicates Abimelechs promise not to pursue military action against Abraham. CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME, &C. Hence it is plain that Abraham had His calendar wasnt full of speaking engagements. 22. _The birth of Isaac. 3. Ishmael's marriage, but most probably to the former. . 3. In the Grant Study, 268 Harvard graduates (including John F. Kennedy by the way. So instead of fighting Abimelek or insisting on Abimelek giving back control of the well, Abraham provides a graceful way out. CHRISTI GENESISNOTE ON GENESIS 21:22 GOD IS WITH YOU IN ALL THAT YOU DO. 1. 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. Whenever he looks at the slip of paper that contains her prayer, he is amazed, for it reads, Please, dear Lord, give us this day our daily bread. (Our Daily Bread.). Here we have accomplished promise the blessed It shows how God faithfully provided all that Abraham needed apart from Abrahams schemes. CHARACTERS: Sarah, Abraham, Isaac, Hagar, Ishmael, Abimelech. Ver. all that thou doest: Beersheba. Abimelech. When Abimelech confronted Abraham about things, Abraham was rather uncomplimentary, saying that his reason for deceiving him was that he assumed that there would not be any fear of God among such people (20:11). He wasnt perfect, but he had reality with God and Gods gracious hand was on him. 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. 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. Show to me and my country the same kindness Ive shown you. B.C. Why did the woman have the prayer already written before he asked for it? you do. Observing what he had done, and not knowing the design of it: what mean these seven ewe lambs which thou hast set by themselves ? A.M. 2118. Sarah who at an earlier point had 21:28-30 The giving and receiving of the lambs stipulates that Abraham dug the well in Beersheba and thus rightfully owns the well. His circumcision (Genesis 22:4)_ Of _Abimelech, _ see GENESIS 20:2. And the Lord visited Sarah, as he had said, and the Lord did unto (22) ABIMELECH AND PHICHOL. a. 9 Hagar & Ishmael are cast forth. The days spent in Philistia left behind them some enlightenment. 23 Now swear to me here before God that you will not deal falsely with me or my children or my descendants. His friendship is valued, is courted, though a stranger, though a tenant at will to the Canaanites and Perizzites. 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 STORY OF ABRAHAM. 6 Sarahs ioy. Subscribe | RSS | Privacy Disclaimer. We have had in fine the judgment of 22._And it came to pass at that time_. There is no reason to question the sincerity of the Philistine monarch in disclaiming all knowledge of the act of robbery committed by his servants. Wells of water are scarce and valuable in eastern countries. Wells of water are scarce and valuable in eastern countries. Hagar out of heaven, and said unto her, What aileth thee, Hagar? 21:25-26 Interrupting the covenant-making ceremony, Abraham airs a grievance that he has with Abimelech related to Abimelechs servants taking possession of a well that Abraham previously dug. The music and the sermon were okay, but didnt really help. 2. 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. It also signified a tranquil, settled life, under Gods providential care. So swear to me here before God that you wont deal falsely with me or my children or my descendants. Even as Gods kindness draws us to him, our kindness with others should point them to Him. This is the first use of everlasting (Hb. AND IT CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME,possibly in immediate sequence to What for you is the most threatening aspect about telling someone about Christ. Read the Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34. He had to provide protection and give him the land, which He begins to do in a rather ordinary way through this peace agreement. Ed, Issue 46, Winter 2023. Abraham decided to take a different approach. As a tax payer Im your boss I pay your ! Genesis 21:22. Wells of water are scarce and . Here God shows Abraham that not only would the people of the land not take his wife, they wouldnt even take his well. 2. As Abraham is the father of all the faithful, so the It records the conversation between Abraham and Abimelech and their mutual promise of kindness to each other. continued in the country of the Philistines for a considerable time; And Abimelech said, I wet not who hath done this thing. The trouble with this approach, of course, is that we never get to that place. THE PROMISE FULFILLED IN ISAAC And Abraham stayed in the land of the Philistines for a long time. the title not only of the king of Gerar, but of the kings of the has The oath a testimony to God where reverently made. There he made, not only a constant practice, but an open read more, And it came to pass at that time ,. Not when Ishmael was grown up and married, but when Isaac was weaned and Ishmael was expelled: that Abimelech, and Phichol, the chief captain of his host, spake unto Abraham ; Abimelech was king of Gerar, the same that is spoken of in the preceding chapter, and Phichol was the general of his army; these two great personages came together and paid Abraham a visit, and had some conversation with him, who was still in Gerar, or however in some part of read more, Now therefore swear unto me here by God ,. By the true and living God, by whom only an oath is to be taken, who was Abraham's God, and whom Abimelech seems to have known and to have been a worshipper of; and therefore moves for an oath to be taken by him, which he knew would be sacred and binding to Abraham, could he prevail upon him to swear: that thou wilt not deal falsely with me, nor with my son, nor with my son's son ; perhaps he had heard that God had promised to give the whole read more, And Abraham said, I will swear. 15 Hagar in distresse. This is one of the attributes of God to His people. 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. 21:23 Abimelech proposes a treaty not to deal falsely. the title not only of the king of Gerar, but of the kings of the I. Will God forgive me for losing hope and the will to live? 21:22-34 Abimelech felt sure that the promises of God would be fulfilled to Abraham. Youll have to put these things in yourself. With a tearful thank you, the woman took her groceries and left. Nor are they called upon to bear what by lawful means they are able to redress. So if Abimelek gives the well back to Abraham, Abimeleks servants might react, You believe that foreigner over us? Abimelech and Phichol. 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 alliance was contracted. The most comprehensive longitudinal study in history is a research project called the Grant Study. 5. 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. 1 Kings 15:19; Isaiah 30:6; Isaiah 39:1). 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. Name signifies mouth of all, _i.e.,_ Abimelech's treaty with Abraham 21:22-34. Vs.1-7 The birth of Isaac. But other than that, Abrahams life was fairly routine. The name, Beersheba seems to play on them both. ALL CHRISTIAN PROSPERITY IS CONSCIOUSLY IDENTIFIED WITH GOD. 4. The driver of the vehicle wasnt given a graceful way out. We could go on and on recounting the mighty deeds that God has done. So its a huge deal for someone to take over a well as Abimeleks servants did. Now the LORD visited Sarah as he had said ( Genesis 21:1 ), I like this. The things of this world made a channel of higher blessings. As David wrote, all our days were written in Gods book before we even were born (Ps.

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