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God's Unbreakable Oath
Commentators emphasize the profound significance of God swearing "by myself." Because there is no one greater to swear by, God makes an oath on His own being, establishing the most solemn and unbreakable compact possible. This unique act demonstrates the absolute certainty of His covenant promises.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 22:1–24
18th Century
Theologian
2. מריה morı̂yâh — “Moriah”; Samaritan: מוראה môr'âh; Septuagint, ὑψηλή hupsēlē — Onkelos, “w…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 22:16
19th Century
Bishop
By myself have I sworn, saith the Lord (Jehovah).—This solemn interposition of an oath ([Reference Hebre…
Charles Spurgeon
On Genesis 22:16–18
19th Century
Preacher
For because you have done this thing, and have not withheld your son, your only son: that in blessing I will bless you, and in multiplying I wi…
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John Gill
On Genesis 22:16
17th Century
Pastor
And said, by myself have I sworn, says the Lord Which Aben Ezra observes is a great oath, and abides for ever; for becaus…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 22:15–19
17th Century
Minister
There are high declarations of God's favor to Abraham in this confirmation of the covenant with him, exceeding any he had been blessed with before.…