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An Old, Fear-Based Plan
Abraham explains to Abimelech that calling Sarah his sister was not a new lie, but a long-standing agreement made when God first called him to wander. Commentators note this plan was rooted in Abraham's fear and a lack of complete trust in God's protection, serving as a warning that even great figures of faith can act out of fear rather than perfect faith.
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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 20:13
19th Century
Bishop
When God caused me to wander. — According to rule, Elohim is construed with a verb singular for the true God, but with a …
John Calvin
On Genesis 20:13
16th Century
Theologian
When God caused me to wander: Because the verb here is plural, I freely interpret the passage as referring to the angels who led Abraham t…
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John Gill
On Genesis 20:13
17th Century
Pastor
And it came to pass, when God caused me to wander from my
father's house
In Ur of the…
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…