Genesis 22:15
Genesis 22:15 in Multiple Translations
And the angel of the LORD called to Abraham from heaven a second time,
¶ And the angel of the LORD called unto Abraham out of heaven the second time,
And the angel of Jehovah called unto Abraham a second time out of heaven,
And the voice of the angel of the Lord came to Abraham a second time from heaven,
The angel of the Lord shouted again to Abraham from heaven,
And the Angel of the Lord cryed vnto Abraham from heauen the second time,
And the messenger of Jehovah calleth unto Abraham a second time from the heavens,
The LORD’s angel called to Abraham a second time out of the sky,
And the angel of the LORD called to Abraham from heaven the second time,
And the angel of the Lord called to Abraham a second time from heaven, saying:
The angel who was really Yahweh called out to Abraham from heaven a second time.
Then God’s angel messenger called out again from heaven to Abraham.
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 22:15
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Genesis 22:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּקְרָ֛א
מַלְאַ֥ךְ
יְהוָ֖ה
אֶל
אַבְרָהָ֑ם
שֵׁנִ֖ית
מִן
הַ/שָּׁמָֽיִם
וַ/יִּקְרָ֛א
qârâʼ
H7121
to call
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
מַלְאַ֥ךְ
mălʼâk
H4397
messenger
N-ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
אַבְרָהָ֑ם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
Abraham
N-proper
שֵׁנִ֖ית
shênîy
H8145
second
Adj
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הַ/שָּׁמָֽיִם
shâmayim
H8064
heaven
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 22:15
וַ/יִּקְרָ֛א
qârâʼ
H7121
"to call"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.
Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen
Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: 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. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.
מַלְאַ֥ךְ
mălʼâk
H4397
"messenger"
N-ms
A messenger or representative, often of God, like an angel, prophet, or priest, as seen in Isaiah 42:19 and Haggai 1:13, carrying out God's will.
Definition: : messenger 1) messenger, representative 1a) messenger 1b) angel 1c) the theophanic angel
Usage: Occurs in 196 OT verses. KJV: ambassador, angel, king, messenger. See also: Genesis 16:7; 2 Samuel 24:16; Psalms 34:8.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
אַבְרָהָ֑ם
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.
שֵׁנִ֖ית
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/שָּׁמָֽיִם
shâmayim
H8064
"heaven"
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The Hebrew word for heaven or sky, it refers to the visible universe and the abode of God. It is often used in the Bible to describe the dwelling place of celestial bodies.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible heavens, sky 1a1) as abode of the stars 1a2) as the visible universe, the sky, atmosphere, etc 1b) Heaven (as the abode of God) Aramaic equivalent: sha.ma.yin (שָׁמַ֫יִן "heaven" H8065)
Usage: Occurs in 395 OT verses. KJV: air, [idiom] astrologer, heaven(-s). See also: Genesis 1:1; 1 Samuel 2:10; Job 28:21.
Study Notes — Genesis 22:15
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Context — The LORD Provides the Sacrifice
13Then Abraham looked up and saw behind him a ram in a thicket, caught by its horns. So he went and took the ram and offered it as a burnt offering in place of his son.
14And Abraham called that place The LORD Will Provide. So to this day it is said, “On the mountain of the LORD it will be provided.”
15And the angel of the LORD called to Abraham from heaven a second time,
16saying, “By Myself I have sworn, declares the LORD, that because you have done this and have not withheld your only son, 17I will surely bless you, and I will multiply your descendants like the stars in the sky and the sand on the seashore. Your descendants will possess the gates of their enemies.Genesis 22:15 Summary
Genesis 22:15 shows us that God speaks to us at the right time, just like He spoke to Abraham after he obeyed God's command. The angel of the LORD called out to Abraham from heaven a second time to remind him of God's promise to bless him and give him many descendants, similar to what God promised in Genesis 12:2-3 and Genesis 15:5. This verse teaches us that God is faithful and will keep His promises to us, just like He did with Abraham, as seen in the fulfillment of His covenant in the rest of the Bible, including verses like Hebrews 6:13-18. By trusting and obeying God, like Abraham did, we can experience God's provision and blessing in our lives, as promised in verses like Matthew 6:33 and Philippians 4:19.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the angel of the LORD call to Abraham from heaven a second time in Genesis 22:15?
The angel called to Abraham a second time to reiterate and expand on God's promise to him, as seen in Genesis 22:16-17, after Abraham's obedience in offering his son Isaac, demonstrating God's faithfulness and reward for trust in Him, similar to His promise in Jeremiah 29:11.
What is the significance of the angel of the LORD in this verse?
The angel of the LORD represents God's presence and voice, as seen in other instances like Exodus 3:2-4:17, and here serves as a messenger to reaffirm God's covenant with Abraham, emphasizing God's personal involvement in Abraham's life, much like His involvement with Moses in Exodus 33:12-23.
How does this verse relate to the broader story of Abraham and Isaac?
Genesis 22:15 is a pivotal moment where God reaffirms His promise to Abraham after the test of faith with Isaac, showing that God's plans and promises are not thwarted by human actions but are fulfilled in His timing, similar to the story of Joseph in Genesis 37-50 where God's sovereignty is evident.
What can we learn from Abraham's experience in this chapter?
Abraham's obedience and trust in God, despite the difficult test, demonstrate the importance of faith and surrender to God's will, as emphasized in Romans 4:20-25, highlighting Abraham as a model of faith for believers, with his trust being accounted to him as righteousness, as seen in Genesis 15:6.
Reflection Questions
- What are the areas in my life where God is calling me to trust Him more deeply, and how can I respond in obedience like Abraham?
- How does the concept of God's sovereignty, as seen in Genesis 22:15, impact my understanding of trials and challenges in my own life?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of trusting God's provision, as Abraham did when he named the place 'The LORD Will Provide', to my daily life and struggles?
- What does this verse teach me about God's character, particularly His faithfulness and promise-keeping nature, and how can I reflect on this in my personal devotion?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 22:15
And the Angel of the Lord called unto Abraham out of heaven the second time.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 22:15
And the angel of the LORD called unto Abraham out of heaven the second time, The angel of the Lord called unto Abraham out of heaven the second time.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 22:15
Genesis 22:15 And the angel of the LORD called unto Abraham out of heaven the second time,Ver. 15. And the angel of the Lord.] Who stood, as a spectator and applauder of Abraham’ s heroical faith and transcendent obedience. Spectant Dii magnos viros, cum calamitate colluctantes. Ecce spectaculum, ad quod respiciat operi suo intentus Deus , saith Seneca of Cato, and other gallant Roman spirits. Jehovahjireh, in the precedent verse, signifies, the Lord doth see; as if it had been a sight, that God and his angels came down to look upon. Lib. de Provid., cap. 2.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 22:15
15. Genesis 22:15-18 are probably taken from another version of the same story. They are inferior in literary excellence, and probably represent a later amplification. a second time] The renewal and ratification of the blessing to Abraham expresses the Divine recognition of the patriarch’s faith. The blessing, previously granted, is here renewed as a reward for obedience (Genesis 22:18).
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 22:15
15. The Angel… called… second time — Once more will Jehovah speak to Abraham before he leaves this memorable spot, and by an oath confirm unto him all his previous promises.