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Respect for Authority
Commentators highlight that Abraham, though called a "prince of God," showed profound respect to the local Hittite leaders by bowing. This act is presented as a model of biblical conduct, teaching believers to give due honor to those in authority, regardless of their background or beliefs. It was a gesture of civil courtesy and gratitude, not a compromise of faith.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 23:1–20
18th Century
Theologian
- ארבע קרית qı̂ryat - 'arba‛, “Qirjath-arba‘, city of Arba.” ארבע 'arba‛ — “Arba‘, four.”…
John Calvin
On Genesis 23:7
16th Century
Theologian
And Abraham stood up. He declines the favor offered by the Hittites, as some suppose, with the intention of not placing himself under obli…
John Gill
On Genesis 23:7
17th Century
Pastor
And Abraham stood up For, having made his speech to the children of Heth, he sat down waiting for an answer; or rather pe…
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Matthew Henry
On Genesis 23:1–13
17th Century
Minister
The longest life must shortly come to a close. Blessed be God that there is a world where sin, death, vanity, and vexation cannot enter. Blessed be…