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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Wherefore he called that place Beersheba,.... Either Abraham or Abimelech, or both, called it so; or it may be read…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Genesis 21:1-34
- The Birth of Isaac 7. מלל mı̂lēl “speak,” an ancient and therefore solemn and poetical word. 14. חמת chêmet…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Seven ewe lambs - These were either given as a present, or they were intended as the price of the well; and being…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Genesis 21:22-32
We have here an account of the treaty between Abimelech and Abraham, in which appears the accomplishment of that promise…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
seven ewe lambs The seven lambs which Abraham here sets apart are to be handed over to Abimelech, if he acknowledges…