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Radical Generosity
Commentators emphasize the immense generosity of Abraham's hospitality. He commanded "three measures of fine meal," which scholars note was a superabundant amount, roughly a bushel. This lavishness, combined with his haste, demonstrates a heart eager to serve and honor his guests, whom he rightly perceived as being of high rank.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 18:1–33
18th Century
Theologian
- השׂתחיה vayı̂śtachû “bow,” or bend the body as a sign of respect to God or man. The attitude varies from a slight inclinati…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 18:6
19th Century
Bishop
Three measures. —Heb. three seahs, the seah being a little more than a peck. It is still usual on the arrival of a strang…
John Calvin
On Genesis 18:6
16th Century
Theologian
And Abraham hastened into the tent Abraham’s care in entertaining his guests is recorded here; and Moses, at the same time, shows what a w…
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John Gill
On Genesis 18:6
17th Century
Pastor
And Abraham hastened into the tent unto Sarah
In order to acquaint her with his guests, and to give proper instructi…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 18:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Abraham was waiting to entertain any weary traveler, because inns were not as commonly found then as they are for us. While Abraham was sitting the…