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A New Chapter Begins
Commentators note that this verse marks a pivotal shift in Genesis. The story's focus moves from the aged Isaac to Jacob. Having been confirmed as the heir of the Abrahamic blessing, Jacob now becomes the central figure, and his life, which scholars describe as one of 'trial and struggle,' takes center stage in redemptive history.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 28:1–22
18th Century
Theologian
קהל qâhāl — “congregation.”
מחלת māchălat — Machalath, “sickness, or a harp.”
לוּז l…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 28:1–22
19th Century
Bishop
John Calvin
On Genesis 28:10
16th Century
Theologian
And Jacob went out. In the course of this history, we must especially observe how the Lord preserved his own Church in the person of one m…
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John Gill
On Genesis 28:10
17th Century
Pastor
And Jacob went out from Beersheba
Where Isaac and Rebekah now lived: from hence he went alone, without any servants …
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 28:10–15
17th Century
Minister
Jacob's conduct until now, as recorded, was not that of one who simply feared and trusted in God. But now in trouble, obliged to flee, he looked on…