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Radical, Urgent Hospitality
Abraham's hospitality was not passive or convenient. Commentators note that he 'ran' to the herd and chose a 'calf tender and good.' This wasn't just any animal, but what one scholar calls a 'fine fat calf' fit for a grand feast. This demonstrates a principle of hospitality that is immediate, generous, and offers the very best to the guest, reflecting a heart eager to serve.
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18th Century
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17th Century
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And Abraham ran unto the herd
While Sarah and her maids were kneading the dough and making the cakes: an…
17th Century
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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…