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God was with the boy, and he grew. He lived in the wilderness, and became, as he grew up, an archer.
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God's Providence for All
Commentators agree that "God was with the lad" refers to God's providential care. John Calvin clarifies this is God's general blessing—providing health, protection, and sustenance—distinct from the special saving grace given to His elect. This care was a direct fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that He would also make a nation from Ishmael.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
מלל mı̂lēl “speak,” an ancient and therefore solemn and poetical word.
חמת chêmet “bottle,…
19th Century
Anglican
He grew. —Literally, became great, that is, grew to manhood.
And dwelt in the wilderness. —He soug…
16th Century
Protestant
And God was with the lad. There are many ways in which God is said to be present with people. He is present with his elect, whom he govern…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And God was with the lad To confirm his health, to provide for him the necessaries of life, to protect him from dang…
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…
