1. מלל mı̂lēl “speak,” an ancient and therefore solemn and poetical word.

2. חמת chêmet “bottle,…

He grew. —Literally, became great, that is, grew to manhood.

And dwelt in the wilderness. —He soug…

And God was with the lad. There are many ways in which God is said to be present with people. He is present with his elect, whom he govern…

And God was with the lad
To confirm his health, to provide for him the nece aries of life, to protect him from dange…

If Hagar and Ishmael had behaved well in Abraham's family, they might have continued there; but they were justly punished. By abusing privileges, w…