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The Prophet's Prayer
Commentators highlight that this is a pivotal moment for Abraham. Previously called a 'prophet' by God, his first recorded prophetic act is not predicting the future but praying for others. God's immediate healing of Abimelech's household in response to Abraham's prayer demonstrates the power of intercession and affirms Abraham's special role as God's representative.
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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 20:17
19th Century
Bishop
Abraham prayed ... — As Abimelech had now made very liberal compensation, it became the duty of Abraham to intercede for him. The …
John Calvin
On Genesis 20:17
16th Century
Theologian
So Abraham prayed. In two respects the wonderful favor of God towards Abraham was apparent; first, that, with outstretched hand, He avenge…
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John Gill
On Genesis 20:17
17th Century
Pastor
So Abraham prayed unto God As the Lord had told Abimelech he would (Genesis 20:7); he might pray for the forg…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 20:14–18
17th Century
Minister
We often trouble ourselves, and even are led into temptation and sin, by groundless suspicions; and find the fear of God where we expected it not.<…