Genesis 17:22
Genesis 17:22 in Multiple Translations
When He had finished speaking with Abraham, God went up from him.
And he left off talking with him, and God went up from Abraham.
And he left off talking with him, and God went up from Abraham.
And having said these words, God went up from Abraham.
When God had finished speaking with Abraham he left him.
And he left off talking with him, and God went vp from Abraham.
and He finisheth speaking with him, and God goeth up from Abraham.
When he finished talking with him, God went up from Abraham.
And he ceased talking with him, and God went up from Abraham.
And when he had left off speaking with him, God went up from Abraham.
When God finished talking to Abraham, God disappeared from his sight.
After God said all that, he left Abraham.
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 17:22
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Genesis 17:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְכַ֖ל
לְ/דַבֵּ֣ר
אִתּ֑/וֹ
וַ/יַּ֣עַל
אֱלֹהִ֔ים
מֵ/עַ֖ל
אַבְרָהָֽם
וַ/יְכַ֖ל
kâlâh
H3615
to end
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
לְ/דַבֵּ֣ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
אִתּ֑/וֹ
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
וַ/יַּ֣עַל
ʻâlâh
H5927
to ascend
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֱלֹהִ֔ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
מֵ/עַ֖ל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Prep
אַבְרָהָֽם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
Abraham
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 17:22
וַ/יְכַ֖ל
kâlâh
H3615
"to end"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to finish or end something, like completing a task or using up a resource, as seen in Genesis 2:2 where God finished creating the heavens and earth.
Definition: : finish 1) to accomplish, cease, consume, determine, end, fail, finish, be complete, be accomplished, be ended, be at an end, be finished, be spent 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be complete, be at an end 1a2) to be completed, be finished 1a3) to be accomplished, be fulfilled 1a4) to be determined, be plotted (bad sense) 1a5) to be spent, be used up 1a6) to waste away, be exhausted, fail 1a7) to come to an end, vanish, perish, be destroyed 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to complete, bring to an end, finish 1b2) to complete (a period of time) 1b3) to finish (doing a thing) 1b4) to make an end, end 1b5) to accomplish, fulfil, bring to pass 1b6) to accomplish, determine (in thought) 1b7) to put an end to, cause to cease 1b8) to cause to fail, exhaust, use up, spend 1b9) to destroy, exterminate 1c) (Pual) to be finished, be ended, be completed
Usage: Occurs in 199 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, cease, consume (away), determine, destroy (utterly), be (when... were) done, (be an) end (of), expire, (cause to) fail, faint, finish, fulfil, [idiom] fully, [idiom] have, leave (off), long, bring to pass, wholly reap, make clean riddance, spend, quite take away, waste. See also: Genesis 2:1; 2 Chronicles 29:17; Psalms 18:38.
לְ/דַבֵּ֣ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
אִתּ֑/וֹ
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
וַ/יַּ֣עַל
ʻâlâh
H5927
"to ascend"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To ascend means to go up or rise, like the smoke from an altar going up to God, as described in many Bible passages, including Leviticus and Psalms.
Definition: : rise/go 1) to go up, ascend, climb 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go up, ascend 1a2) to meet, visit, follow, depart, withdraw, retreat 1a3) to go up, come up (of animals) 1a4) to spring up, grow, shoot forth (of vegetation) 1a5) to go up, go up over, rise (of natural phenomenon) 1a6) to come up (before God) 1a7) to go up, go up over, extend (of boundary) 1a8) to excel, be superior to 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be taken up, be brought up, be taken away 1b2) to take oneself away 1b3) to be exalted 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to bring up, cause to ascend or climb, cause to go up 1c2) to bring up, bring against, take away 1c3) to bring up, draw up, train 1c4) to cause to ascend 1c5) to rouse, stir up (mentally) 1c6) to offer, bring up (of gifts) 1c7) to exalt 1c8) to cause to ascend, offer 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be carried away, be led up 1d2) to be taken up into, be inserted in 1d3) to be offered 1e) (Hithpael) to lift oneself
Usage: Occurs in 817 OT verses. KJV: arise (up), (cause to) ascend up, at once, break (the day) (up), bring (up), (cause to) burn, carry up, cast up, [phrase] shew, climb (up), (cause to, make to) come (up), cut off, dawn, depart, exalt, excel, fall, fetch up, get up, (make to) go (away, up); grow (over) increase, lay, leap, levy, lift (self) up, light, (make) up, [idiom] mention, mount up, offer, make to pay, [phrase] perfect, prefer, put (on), raise, recover, restore, (make to) rise (up), scale, set (up), shoot forth (up), (begin to) spring (up), stir up, take away (up), work. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 34:4; Joshua 7:6.
אֱלֹהִ֔ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
מֵ/עַ֖ל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
אַבְרָהָֽם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
"Abraham"
N-proper
Abraham was a key figure in the Bible, the later name of Abram, and father of many children, including Ishmael and Isaac. He is first mentioned in Genesis 11:26 and his story is told throughout the book of Genesis. Abraham's life and faith are still studied today.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.11.26; son of: Terah (H8646); brother of: Nahor (H5152H), Haran (H2039) and Sarah (H8283); married to Sarah (H8283), Hagar (H1904) and Keturah (H6989); father of: Ishmael (H3458), Isaac (H3327), Zimran (H2175), Jokshan (H3370), Medan (H4091), Midian (H4080), Ishbak (H3435) and Shuah (H7744); also called Abram at Gen.11.26--17.5; 2x § Abraham = "father of a multitude" or "chief of multitude" friend of God and founder of Hebrew nation via God's elective covenant
Usage: Occurs in 159 OT verses. KJV: Abraham. See also: Genesis 17:5; Genesis 24:9; Psalms 47:10.
Study Notes — Genesis 17:22
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- Genesis 17:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 17:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 17:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 17:22
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 17:22
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 17:22
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 17:22
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 17:22
- Sermons on Genesis 17:22
Context — The Covenant of Circumcision
20As for Ishmael, I have heard you, and I will surely bless him; I will make him fruitful and multiply him greatly. He will become the father of twelve rulers, and I will make him into a great nation.
21But I will establish My covenant with Isaac, whom Sarah will bear to you at this time next year.”
22When He had finished speaking with Abraham, God went up from him.
23On that very day Abraham took his son Ishmael and all those born in his household or purchased with his money—every male among the members of Abraham’s household—and he circumcised them, just as God had told him. 24So Abraham was ninety-nine years old when he was circumcised,Cross References
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| 1 | Genesis 18:33 | When the LORD had finished speaking with Abraham, He departed, and Abraham returned home. |
| 2 | Genesis 35:9–15 | After Jacob had returned from Paddan-aram, God appeared to him again and blessed him. And God said to him, “Though your name is Jacob, you will no longer be called Jacob. Instead, your name will be Israel. ” So God named him Israel. And God told him, “I am God Almighty. Be fruitful and multiply. A nation—even a company of nations—shall come from you, and kings shall descend from you. The land that I gave to Abraham and Isaac I will give to you, and I will give this land to your descendants after you.” Then God went up from the place where He had spoken with him. So Jacob set up a pillar in the place where God had spoken with him—a stone marker—and he poured out a drink offering on it and anointed it with oil. Jacob called the place where God had spoken with him Bethel. |
| 3 | Judges 6:21 | Then the angel of the LORD extended the tip of the staff that was in his hand and touched the meat and the unleavened bread. And fire flared from the rock and consumed the meat and the unleavened bread. Then the angel of the LORD vanished from his sight. |
| 4 | Exodus 20:22 | Then the LORD said to Moses, “This is what you are to tell the Israelites: ‘You have seen for yourselves that I have spoken to you from heaven. |
| 5 | John 10:30 | I and the Father are one.” |
| 6 | Deuteronomy 5:4 | The LORD spoke with you face to face out of the fire on the mountain. |
| 7 | Numbers 12:6–8 | He said, “Hear now My words: If there is a prophet among you, I, the LORD, will reveal Myself to him in a vision; I will speak to him in a dream. But this is not so with My servant Moses; he is faithful in all My house. I speak with him face to face, clearly and not in riddles; he sees the form of the LORD. Why then were you unafraid to speak against My servant Moses?” |
| 8 | Judges 13:20 | When the flame went up from the altar to the sky, the angel of the LORD ascended in the flame. When Manoah and his wife saw this, they fell facedown to the ground. |
| 9 | John 1:18 | No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, who is Himself God and is at the Father’s side, has made Him known. |
| 10 | Genesis 17:3 | Then Abram fell facedown, and God said to him, |
Genesis 17:22 Summary
Genesis 17:22 tells us that after God finished speaking with Abraham, He went up from him, indicating the end of their conversation at that time. This verse shows us that God communicates with people and then gives them the responsibility to respond. Just like Abraham, we should listen to God's voice and obey His instructions, as seen in verses like John 10:27 where Jesus says, 'My sheep listen to my voice.' We can learn from Abraham's example by being attentive to God's Word and responding in faith, just as Abraham did when he circumcised himself and the males of his household in obedience to God's command.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God 'went up from' Abraham in Genesis 17:22?
This phrase indicates that God's visible presence or manifestation to Abraham ceased, and He withdrew from the physical location where they were speaking, much like in Genesis 35:13 where 'God went up from him' after speaking with Jacob.
Is this the last time God speaks to Abraham in the book of Genesis?
No, God speaks to Abraham again in Genesis 18:1-33 and Genesis 22:1-19, demonstrating His ongoing relationship and communication with Abraham.
What is the significance of God finishing speaking with Abraham before departing?
This emphasizes that God had completed His intended communication with Abraham at that time, and Abraham was now responsible to respond in obedience, as seen in his immediate action to circumcise himself and the males of his household in Genesis 17:23-27.
How does this interaction between God and Abraham relate to our own walk with God?
This verse reminds us that our conversations with God, whether through prayer or His Word, are significant and require our attentive response, just as Abraham responded to God's instructions, as encouraged in James 1:22-25.
Reflection Questions
- What are the ways in which God speaks to me, and how can I be more attentive to His voice?
- How do I respond when God gives me instructions or guidance, and what can I learn from Abraham's example in this verse?
- In what ways can I create space in my life to hear from God and have a deeper conversation with Him, like Abraham did in Genesis 17?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to respond in obedience to God's Word, just as Abraham did in Genesis 17:23-27?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 17:22
And he left off talking; with him,.... After he had finished all he had to say to him at this time.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 17:22
And he left off talking with him, and God went up from Abraham. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 17:22
To heaven in a visible manner, as it seems he conversed with him in some visible shape. Compare .
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 17:22
Genesis 17:22 And he left off talking with him, and God went up from Abraham.Ver. 22. And he left off talking with him.] As man with his friend. Such honour have all his saints. Oh, speak it when I am gone, and preach it at my funeral, God dealeth familiarly with man, said that heavenly spark, now ready to be extinct St Paul calls prayer εντευξιν, an entreparlance with God, and επερωτημα, the confident interrogatory or rejoinder of a good conscience toward God. The Persian monarchs held it a piece of their silly glory to keep themselves from their greatest subjects. And Jupiter’ s image at Crete was made without ears. Plutarch gives the reason, Non enim convenit audiri ab eo quenquam, qui omnium rerum sit Dominus atqui princeps . A pretty plea for Baal! He is too great to talk with men. Our God thinks not himself so.
He solicits suitors, and loves to be, interchangcably, solicited by them. Mr. John Holland, B.D. See my True Treas., p. 373.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 17:22
Verse 22. God went up from Abraham.] Ascended evidently before him, so that he had the fullest proof that it was no human being, no earthly angel or messenger, that talked with him; and the promise of a son in the course of a single year, at this set time in the next year, Genesis 17:21, which had every human probability against it, was to be the sure token of the truth of all that had hitherto taken place, and the proof that all that was farther promised should be fulfilled in its due time. Was it not in nearly the same way in which the Lord went up from Abraham, that Jesus Christ ascended to heaven in the presence of his disciples? Lu 24:51.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 17:22
22. God went up] This expression, which occurs also in Genesis 35:13 (P), means that God returned to His dwelling-place, which the Israelite believed to be above the Heavens.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 17:22
22. God went up from Abraham — These words imply some open epiphany. Probably the Angel of the Lord appearing and ascending, as in the case of Manoah. Judges 13:20.
Sermons on Genesis 17:22
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Communion With God--No. 1 by Charles Finney | Charles Finney emphasizes the profound nature of communion with God, explaining that it involves a deep, personal relationship with the Holy Spirit, characterized by mutual consult |
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Jacob - Gods Unchanging Grace - Genesis 25 - Sermon 5 of 5 by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being willing to be overcome and conquered by God in order to receive His grace. He refers to a hymn by George Matheson th |
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(Genesis) Genesis 32-34 by Joe Focht | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob wrestling with God in the dark. Jacob, who is alone and afraid, is suddenly attacked by someone in the darkness. They wres |
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El Shaddai, Divine Healing in the Church by Paris Reidhead | Paris Reidhead preaches about the importance of encountering God's character through faith and obedience, using the story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22 as an example. He empha |
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(Hebrews - Part 3): Godhead of the Eternal Son by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the overwhelming nature of certain biblical texts, particularly John 14:1 and John 3:16. He compares the experience of preaching on these t |
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Dvd 03 - Israel, the Suffering Servant by Art Katz | This sermon delves deep into the significance of Jesus' crucifixion, highlighting the parallel between the suffering of Jesus and the future suffering of the Jewish people. It emph |
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God's Self-Existence by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the pride and love that God has for his children. He references the story of Job and how God saw him as a good man despite Satan's attempts |