King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And he builded an altar there, and called upon the name of the LORD, and pitched his tent there: and there Isaac's servants digged a well.
Complete Jewish Bible:
There he built an altar and called on the name of ADONAI. He pitched his tent there, and there Yitz'chak's servants dug a well.
Berean Standard Bible:
So Isaac built an altar there and called on the name of the LORD, and he pitched his tent there. His servants also dug a well there.
American Standard Version:
And he builded an altar there, and called upon the name of Jehovah, and pitched his tent there: and there Isaac’s servants digged a well.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And he builded{H1129} an altar{H4196} there, and called{H7121} upon the name{H8034} of the LORD{H3068}, and pitched{H5186} his tent{H168} there: and there Isaac's{H3327} servants{H5650} digged{H3738} a well{H875}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Genesis 13:18
- Then Abram removed [his] tent, and came and dwelt in the plain of Mamre, which [is] in Hebron, and built there an altar unto the LORD.
Psalms 116:17
- I will offer to thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and will call upon the name of the LORD.
Genesis 12:7
- And the LORD appeared unto Abram, and said, Unto thy seed will I give this land: and there builded he an altar unto the LORD, who appeared unto him.
Genesis 12:8
- And he removed from thence unto a mountain on the east of Bethel, and pitched his tent, [having] Bethel on the west, and Hai on the east: and there he builded an altar unto the LORD, and called upon the name of the LORD.
Genesis 13:4
- Unto the place of the altar, which he had made there at the first: and there Abram called on the name of the LORD.
Exodus 17:15
- And Moses built an altar, and called the name of it Jehovahnissi:
Genesis 22:9
- And they came to the place which God had told him of; and Abraham built an altar there, and laid the wood in order, and bound Isaac his son, and laid him on the altar upon the wood.
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Commentary for Genesis 26:25
Genesis 26:25 is part of the narrative concerning Isaac, the son of Abraham and father of Jacob and Esau. The verse occurs within the context of a series of events where Isaac faces challenges related to famine and conflict over wells with the Philistines, the inhabitants of the land of Gerar.
**Themes:**
1. **Worship and Faithfulness:** Isaac's act of building an altar and calling upon the name of the Lord reflects his commitment to worshiping God. This theme of faithfulness to God in the face of adversity is central to the patriarchal narratives.
2. **Divine Promise and Provision:** The verse continues the theme of God's promise to the patriarchs, which includes the provision of land and descendants. Despite the hardships, Isaac's actions demonstrate his trust in God's promises.
3. **Conflict and Peace:** Isaac's interactions with the Philistines show a pattern of conflict followed by reconciliation, reflecting the broader biblical theme of tension between the chosen people and their neighbors, and the importance of peace and coexistence.
4. **Establishment of Place:** The act of pitching his tent and digging a well signifies the establishment of a dwelling place. This is symbolic of claiming the land as part of the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham and his descendants.
**Historical Context:**
The events in Genesis 26 are set in the ancient Near East, during the time when the Patriarchs were establishing their presence in the land of Canaan. This period is characterized by nomadic lifestyles, with wells being crucial for survival in the arid region. The Philistines, a seafaring people who had settled on the coastal plain of Canaan, were a significant presence in the area during this time.
Isaac's experiences mirror those of his father, Abraham, who also had encounters with the Philistines and dug wells in the same region (as recorded in Genesis 21). The repetition of these themes across generations underscores the continuity of God's promises and the challenges faced by the patriarchs in claiming the land God had promised to them.
In summary, Genesis 26:25 reflects themes of worship, divine promise, conflict resolution, and the establishment of a dwelling place, set against the historical backdrop of the early Hebrew presence in Canaan and their interactions with the indigenous peoples, particularly the Philistines.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1129
There are 345 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בָּנָה
Transliteration: bânâh
Pronunciation: baw-naw'
Description: a primitive root; to build (literally and figuratively); (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. - Strong's Number: H4196
There are 338 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִזְבֵּחַ
Transliteration: mizbêach
Pronunciation: miz-bay'-akh
Description: from זָבַח; an altar; altar. - Strong's Number: H7121
There are 689 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קָרָא
Transliteration: qârâʼ
Pronunciation: kaw-raw'
Description: a primitive root (rather identical with קָרָא through the idea of accosting a person met); to call out to (i.e. properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications); bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. - Strong's Number: H8034
There are 771 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֵׁם
Transliteration: shêm
Pronunciation: shame
Description: a primitive word (perhaps rather from through the idea of definite and conspicuous position; compare שָׁמַיִם); an appellation, as amark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character; [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. - Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה. - Strong's Number: H5186
There are 207 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָטָה
Transliteration: nâṭâh
Pronunciation: naw-taw'
Description: a primitive root; to stretch or spread out; by implication, to bend away (including moral deflection); used in a great variety of application; [phrase] afternoon, apply, bow (down, -ing), carry aside, decline, deliver, extend, go down, be gone, incline, intend, lay, let down, offer, outstretched, overthrown, pervert, pitch, prolong, put away, shew, spread (out), stretch (forth, out), take (aside), turn (aside, away), wrest, cause to yield. - Strong's Number: H168
There are 369 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֹהֶל
Transliteration: ʼôhel
Pronunciation: o'-hel
Description: from אָהַל; a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance); covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. - Strong's Number: H3327
There are 101 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יִצְחָק
Transliteration: Yitschâq
Pronunciation: yits-khawk'
Description: from צָחַק; laughter (i.e. mochery); Jitschak (or Isaac), son of Abraham; Isaac. Compare יִשְׂחָק. - Strong's Number: H5650
There are 714 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֶבֶד
Transliteration: ʻebed
Pronunciation: eh'-bed
Description: from עָבַד; a servant; [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. - Strong's Number: H3738
There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כָּרָה
Transliteration: kârâh
Pronunciation: kaw-raw'
Description: a primitive root; properly, to dig; figuratively, to plot; generally, to bore or open; dig, [idiom] make (a banquet), open. - Strong's Number: H875
There are 255 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בְּאֵר
Transliteration: bᵉʼêr
Pronunciation: be-ayr'
Description: from בָּאַר; a pit; especially a well; pit, well.