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He took butter, milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them. He stood by them under the tree, and they ate.

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The Honor of Humble Service

Commentators highlight Abraham's profound hospitality. As the master of a great household, he personally served his guests, standing by them as they ate. Scholars like John Gill note this was a mark of high honor in the ancient East, where the host would serve rather than sit with his guests. This act demonstrates a powerful model of servant leadership and the piety found in humble, active kindness.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Genesis 18:1–33

18th Century

Theologian

  1. 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

Charles Ellicott

On Genesis 18:8

19th Century

Bishop

Butter. —Hebrew curds, or curdled milk. Neither the Hebrews, Greeks, nor Romans knew how to make butter, and the word its…

John Gill

John Gill

On Genesis 18:8

17th Century

Pastor

And he took butter and milk
Jarchi says, it was the fat of the milk gathered from the top of it, he means cream, and…

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Matthew Henry

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…