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Faithful Obedience
Commentators like John Gill and John Calvin emphasize Abraham's profound obedience. Even though Isaac was the long-awaited son of promise, Abraham did not hesitate to perform the painful rite of circumcision. His actions show a faith that prioritizes God's specific commands over personal feelings or affection for his beloved son.
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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,…
John Calvin
On Genesis 21:4
16th Century
Theologian
And Abraham circumcised his son. Abraham pursued his steady course of obedience by not sparing his own son. For although it would be painf…
John Gill
On Genesis 21:4
17th Century
Pastor
And Abraham circumcised his son Isaac, being eight days old as ,
God had commanded him .
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Matthew Henry
On Genesis 21:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Few under the Old Testament were brought into the world with such expectations as Isaac. He was in this a type of Christ, that Seed whom the holy G…