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The Pain of Obedience
Commentators emphasize Abraham's immediate and painful obedience. Despite the command being contrary to his natural fatherly love, described by Calvin as 'tearing out his own heart,' Abraham rose early to fulfill God's will. This act serves as a powerful example of faith that places God's directive above personal feelings and relationships.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 21:1–34
18th Century
Theologian
מלל mı̂lēl “speak,” an ancient and therefore solemn and poetical word.
חמת chêmet “bottle,…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 21:14
19th Century
Bishop
And the child.—Ishmael was now sixteen or seventeen years of age, but the word yeled used in this place has no reference …
John Calvin
On Genesis 21:14
16th Century
Theologian
And Abraham rose up early. We can gather how painful the wound was, which the expulsion of his firstborn son inflicted on the mind of the …
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John Gill
On Genesis 21:14
17th Century
Pastor
And Abraham rose up early in the morning
It was in the night the Lord spoke to him, and bid him hearken to the voice…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 21:14–21
17th Century
Minister
If Hagar and Ishmael had behaved well in Abraham's family, they might have continued there; but they were justly punished. By abusing privileges, w…