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A Miracle at 100
All the commentators emphasize that Abraham's age of 100 is recorded to highlight the miraculous power of God. The birth occurred when both Abraham and Sarah were far beyond childbearing years, demonstrating that God's promises are fulfilled by His power, not human ability. This event shows that God is faithful to act at the precise 'set time' He has ordained.
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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 21:5
16th Century
Theologian
And Abraham was an hundred years old. Moses again records Abraham's age to better draw his readers' attention to the miracle. And although…
John Gill
On Genesis 21:5
17th Century
Pastor
And Abraham was an hundred years old when son Isaac was born
unto him .
] So that thi…
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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…