Genesis 22:4
“Then on the third day Abraham lifted up his eyes, and saw the place afar off.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Then on the third day,.... After he had received the command from God, and from his setting out on his journey; for he…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Genesis 22:1-24
- Abraham Was Tested 2. מריה morı̂yâh, “Moriah”; Samaritan: מוראה môr'âh; “Septuagint,” ὑψηλή hupsēlē, Onkelos,…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
The third day - "As the number Seven," says Mr. Ainsworth, "is of especial use in Scripture because of the Sabbath day,…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Genesis 22:3-10
We have here Abraham's obedience to this severe command. Being tried, he offered up Isaac, Heb 11:17. Observe,
I. The…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
On the third day … afar off The "place" was on a lofty eminence visible at a distance. Presumably "the third day"…
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