Charles Ellicott Commentary Hebrews 11:20

"By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come." — Hebrews 11:20 (ASV)

Concerning things to come.—It is probable, though not certain, that the word “even” should be inserted before “concerning”; on these words, then, the emphasis will rest. Not having regard to things present only, or things almost at hand, but looking far into the future, through the divine revelation which opened to him the meaning of the promises received by Abraham, he gave to each son the blessing designed by God (Genesis 27:27–29; Genesis 27:39–40). Isaac’s confidence in the divine guidance of his words is especially seen in Hebrews 11:33 of the chapter.