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A Vow of Gratitude, Not a Bargain
Commentators emphasize that Jacob's vow is not a business deal with God. The 'if...then' language should not be seen as Jacob setting conditions for his faith. Instead, it is his grateful and heartfelt response to God's unconditional promises of presence and protection. He is formally accepting the covenant and dedicating his life to the God who has already committed to him.
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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 28:22
16th Century
Theologian
And this stone which I have set for a pillar. This ceremony was a supplement to divine worship, for external rites do not make people true…
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John Gill
On Genesis 28:22
17th Century
Pastor
And this stone, which I have set for a pillar, shall be God's
house Building an altar of i…
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…