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A Warning, Not an Example
Commentators are clear that Abraham's actions here are a warning, not a model to imitate. They highlight his distrust of God, his excessive fear for his own life, and his sinful deception. This story powerfully demonstrates that even the 'father of the faithful' was imperfect and could not be justified by his own works, reminding us that all believers depend entirely on God's grace.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 20:1–18
18th Century
Theologian
2. אבימלך 'ǎbı̂ymelek — Abimelech, “father of the king.”
7. נביא nābı̂y' “prophet,” one who speaks by Go…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 20:11
19th Century
Bishop
Surely the fear of God ... — Abraham’s general condemnation of the people had some excuse in the widespread depravity of the natio…
John Calvin
On Genesis 20:11
16th Century
Theologian
And Abraham said. There are two points contained in this answer. First, he confesses that he had been induced by fear to conceal his marri…
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John Gill
On Genesis 20:11
17th Century
Pastor
And Abraham said
In defence of himself, as well as he could: because I thought ;
with…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 20:9–13
17th Century
Minister
See here much to blame, even in the father of the faithful. Mark his distrust of God, his excessive concern for his life, and his intent to deceive…