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

2. חמת chêmet “bottle,…

Seven ewe lambs. —The word in Hebrew for swearing is a passive verb, literally signifying “to be sevened,” that is, done …

And Abraham set seven ewe-lambs of the flock by themselves. Moses records another main point of the covenant: Abraham made specific arrang…

And Abraham set seven ewe lambs of the flock by themselves .
] Separate from the sheep and oxen he gave to Abimelech…

Abimelech felt sure that the promises of God would be fulfilled to Abraham. It is wise to connect ourselves with those who are blessed by God, and …