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Not a Bargain, But a Response
Scholars unanimously clarify that Jacob's "if" is not a sign of doubt or an attempt to bargain with God. Rather, it's his faithful response to God's prior, unconditional promise. He is essentially saying, "Since you have promised to be with me, I will..." This shows his acceptance of the covenant, not a negotiation for it.
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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 28:20
16th Century
Theologian
And Jacob vowed a vow. The design of this vow was that Jacob would show his gratitude if God should prove favorable to him. In this way, t…
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John Gill
On Genesis 28:20
17th Century
Pastor
And Jacob vowed a vow
Which is the first vow we read of in Scripture: saying, if God will be with me
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 28:20–22
17th Century
Minister
Jacob made a solemn vow on this occasion. In this, observe:
Jacob's faith. He trusts that God will be with him and will keep him; h…