Genesis 26:8
Genesis 26:8 in Multiple Translations
When Isaac had been there a long time, Abimelech king of the Philistines looked down from the window and was surprised to see Isaac caressing his wife Rebekah.
And it came to pass, when he had been there a long time, that Abimelech king of the Philistines looked out at a window, and saw, and, behold, Isaac was sporting with Rebekah his wife.
And it came to pass, when he had been there a long time, that Abimelech king of the Philistines looked out at a window, and saw, and, behold, Isaac was sporting with Rebekah his wife.
And when he had been there for some time, Abimelech, king of the Philistines, looking through a window, saw Isaac playing with Rebekah his wife.
But later on, after he'd been there a while, Abimelech, king of the Philistines, happened to look out the window and saw Isaac lovingly fondling his wife Rebekah.
So after hee had bene there long time, Abimelech King of the Philistims looked out at a windowe, and loe, he sawe Izhak sporting with Rebekah his wife.
And it cometh to pass, when the days have been prolonged to him there, that Abimelech king of the Philistines looketh through the window, and seeth, and lo, Isaac is playing with Rebekah his wife.
When he had been there a long time, Abimelech king of the Philistines looked out at a window, and saw, and, behold, Isaac was caressing Rebekah, his wife.
And it came to pass when he had been there a long time, that Abimelech king of the Philistines looked out at a window, and saw, and behold, Isaac was sporting with Rebekah his wife.
And when very many days were passed, and he abode there, Abimelech king of the Palestines looking out through a window, saw him playing with Rebecca his wife.
When Isaac had been there a long time, one day Abimelech, the king of the Philistine people-group, looked down from a window in his palace and was surprised to see Isaac caressing his wife Rebekah.
After that, Isaac and Rebekah lived in Gerar for a long time. But one day Abimelek, the big boss of the Philistia people, he looked out of his window, and he saw Isaac hugging Rebekah. Then Abimelek knew that Rebekah was Isaac’s wife.
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Genesis 26:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֗י
כִּ֣י
אָֽרְכוּ
ל֥/וֹ
שָׁם֙
הַ/יָּמִ֔ים
וַ/יַּשְׁקֵ֗ף
אֲבִימֶ֨לֶךְ֙
מֶ֣לֶךְ
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים
בְּעַ֖ד
הַֽ/חַלּ֑וֹן
וַ/יַּ֗רְא
וְ/הִנֵּ֤ה
יִצְחָק֙
מְצַחֵ֔ק
אֵ֖ת
רִבְקָ֥ה
אִשְׁתּֽ/וֹ
וַ/יְהִ֗י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
כִּ֣י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אָֽרְכוּ
ʼârak
H748
to prolong
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
ל֥/וֹ
Prep | Suff
שָׁם֙
shâm
H8033
there
Adv
הַ/יָּמִ֔ים
yôwm
H3117
day
Art | N-mp
וַ/יַּשְׁקֵ֗ף
shâqaph
H8259
to look
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֲבִימֶ֨לֶךְ֙
ʼĂbîymelek
H40
Ahimelech
N-proper
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
Philistines
Ngmpa
בְּעַ֖ד
bᵉʻad
H1157
about/through/for
Prep
הַֽ/חַלּ֑וֹן
challôwn
H2474
window
Art | N-cs
וַ/יַּ֗רְא
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
וְ/הִנֵּ֤ה
hinnêh
H2009
behold
Conj | Part
יִצְחָק֙
Yitschâq
H3327
Isaac
N-proper
מְצַחֵ֔ק
tsâchaq
H6711
to laugh
V-Piel
אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep
רִבְקָ֥ה
Ribqâh
H7259
Rebekah
N-proper
אִשְׁתּֽ/וֹ
ʼishshâh
H802
woman
N-fs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 26:8
וַ/יְהִ֗י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
כִּ֣י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
אָֽרְכוּ
ʼârak
H748
"to prolong"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This verb means to prolong or make something long, whether it's a physical object, a period of time, or a person's life, as seen in the book of Genesis where God prolongs the lives of the patriarchs. In Exodus, it describes the lengthening of the Israelites' stay in Egypt.
Definition: 1) to be long, prolong 1a) (Qal) to be long 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to prolong (days) 1b2) to make long (tent cords) 1b3) to grow long, continue long Aramaic equivalent: a.rakh (אֲרִיךְ "be proper" H0749)
Usage: Occurs in 34 OT verses. KJV: defer, draw out, lengthen, (be, become, make, pro-) long, [phrase] (out-, over-) live, tarry (long). See also: Genesis 26:8; 1 Kings 3:14; Psalms 129:3.
ל֥/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
שָׁם֙
shâm
H8033
"there"
Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
הַ/יָּמִ֔ים
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
וַ/יַּשְׁקֵ֗ף
shâqaph
H8259
"to look"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
To look means to gaze or peep out, like looking out a window. It can also mean to overlook or gaze down, as in Psalm 14 where God looks down on humanity to see their ways.
Definition: 1) to overlook, look down or out, overhang, look out and down 1a) (Niphal) to lean over (and look), look down 1b) (Hiphil) to look down, look down upon
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: appear, look (down, forth, out). See also: Genesis 18:16; 2 Kings 9:30; Psalms 14:2.
אֲבִימֶ֨לֶךְ֙
ʼĂbîymelek
H40
"Ahimelech"
N-proper
Abimelech was the name of two Philistine kings and two Israelites in the Bible, including a king who met Abraham and a priest who helped David. The name means 'my father is king'.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.8.17; son of: Abiathar (H0054); brother of: Jonathan (H3083I) Another spelling of a.chi.me.lekh (אֲחִימֶ֫לֶךְ "Ahimelech" H0288I) § Abimelech = "Melek is father" or "my father is king" 1) king of Gerar in Abraham's time 2) king of Gath in David's time; maybe title of Philistine kings 3) son of Gideon by a concubine 4) priest, son of Abiathar
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: Abimelech. See also: Genesis 20:2; Judges 9:20; Psalms 34:1.
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
"Philistines"
Ngmpa
A Philistine is a person from the region of Philistia, which was inhabited by immigrants from other places. The Philistines were known for their conflicts with the Israelites, as recorded in the Bible. They were a distinct ethnic group.
Definition: Philistine = "immigrants" an inhabitant of Philistia; descendants of Mizraim who immigrated from Caphtor (Crete?) to the western seacoast of Canaan Another name of ga.dol (גָּדוֹל "Great( Sea)" H1419J)
Usage: Occurs in 244 OT verses. KJV: Philistine. See also: Genesis 10:14; 1 Samuel 17:8; 1 Chronicles 10:1.
בְּעַ֖ד
bᵉʻad
H1157
"about/through/for"
Prep
This word means about, through, or for something, often used to describe location or action. It can be translated as 'about', 'at', 'by', or 'through', depending on the context in which it is used.
Definition: 1) behind, through, round about, on behalf of, away from, about 1a) through (of action) 1b) behind (with verbs of shutting) 1c) about (with verbs of fencing) 1d) on behalf of (metaph. especially with Hithpael)
Usage: Occurs in 81 OT verses. KJV: about, at by (means of), for, over, through, up (-on), within. See also: Genesis 7:16; 2 Chronicles 30:18; Psalms 3:4.
הַֽ/חַלּ֑וֹן
challôwn
H2474
"window"
Art | N-cs
A window in ancient times was a hole in the wall, as described in the Bible. The Hebrew word for window is used in the story of Jezebel's death in 2 Kings 9:30-33. Windows were also mentioned in the Song of Solomon.
Definition: window (piercing of the wall)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: window. See also: Genesis 8:6; Proverbs 7:6; Jeremiah 9:20.
וַ/יַּ֗רְא
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
וְ/הִנֵּ֤ה
hinnêh
H2009
"behold"
Conj | Part
This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.
Definition: behold, lo, see, if
Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.
יִצְחָק֙
Yitschâq
H3327
"Isaac"
N-proper
Isaac, son of Abraham and Sarah, means 'he laughs' and is the father of Esau and Israel. He is first mentioned in Genesis 17:19. Isaac is a key figure in the Bible, playing a role in the patriarchal stories.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.17.19; son of: Abraham (H0085) and Sarah (H8283); half-brother of: Ishmael (H3458), Zimran (H2175), Jokshan (H3370), Medan (H4091), Midian (H4080), Ishbak (H3435) and Shuah (H7744); married to Rebekah (H7259); father of: Esau (H6215) and Israel (H3478) § Isaac = "he laughs" son of Abraham by Sarah his wife and father of Jacob and Esau
Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: Isaac. Compare H3446 (יִשְׂחָק). See also: Genesis 17:19; Genesis 27:30; 2 Chronicles 30:6.
מְצַחֵ֔ק
tsâchaq
H6711
"to laugh"
V-Piel
To laugh outright in joy or scorn, as seen in Genesis when Abraham laughed at God's promise. It implies a strong emotional response, often translated as 'laugh' or 'mock'.
Definition: 1) to laugh, mock, play 1a) (Qal) to laugh 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to jest 1b2) to sport, play, make sport, toy with, make a toy of
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: laugh, mock, play, make sport. See also: Genesis 17:17; Genesis 21:9; Judges 16:25.
אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep
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.
רִבְקָ֥ה
Ribqâh
H7259
"Rebekah"
N-proper
Rebekah, the wife of Isaac and mother of Esau and Jacob, a key figure in Genesis chapters 24-27.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.22.23; daughter of: Bethuel (H1328A); sister of: Laban (H3837A); married to Isaac (H3327); mother of: Esau (H6215) and Israel (H3478) Also named: Rhebekka (Ῥεβέκκα "Rebekah" G4479) § Rebekah = "ensnarer" daughter of Bethuel, sister of Laban, wife of Isaac, and mother of Esau and Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: Rebekah. See also: Genesis 22:23; Genesis 25:21; Genesis 49:31.
אִשְׁתּֽ/וֹ
ʼishshâh
H802
"woman"
N-fs | Suff
The Hebrew word for woman, used to describe a female person, wife, or animal, appears in many biblical passages, including Genesis and Exodus, and is often translated as woman, wife, or female.
Definition: : woman 1) woman, wife, female 1a) woman (opposite of man) 1b) wife (woman married to a man) 1c) female (of animals) 1d) each, every (pronoun)
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: (adulter) ess, each, every, female, [idiom] many, [phrase] none, one, [phrase] together, wife, woman. Often unexpressed in English. See also: Genesis 2:22; Genesis 34:4; Numbers 5:12.
Study Notes — Genesis 26:8
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- Genesis 26:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 26:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 26:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 26:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
- Sermons on Genesis 26:8
Context — Isaac Deceives Abimelech
6So Isaac settled in Gerar.
7But when the men of that place asked about his wife, he said, “She is my sister.” For he was afraid to say, “She is my wife,” since he thought to himself, “The men of this place will kill me on account of Rebekah, because she is so beautiful.”
8When Isaac had been there a long time, Abimelech king of the Philistines looked down from the window and was surprised to see Isaac caressing his wife Rebekah.
9Abimelech sent for Isaac and said, “So she is really your wife! How could you say, ‘She is my sister’?” Isaac replied, “Because I thought I might die on account of her.” 10“What is this you have done to us?” asked Abimelech. “One of the people could easily have slept with your wife, and you would have brought guilt upon us.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isaiah 62:5 | For as a young man marries a young woman, so your sons will marry you; and as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so your God will rejoice over you. |
| 2 | Proverbs 5:18–19 | May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth: A loving doe, a graceful fawn— may her breasts satisfy you always; may you be captivated by her love forever. |
| 3 | Proverbs 7:6 | For at the window of my house I looked through the lattice. |
| 4 | Judges 5:28 | Sisera’s mother looked through the window; she peered through the lattice and lamented: ‘Why is his chariot so long in coming? What has delayed the clatter of his chariots?’ |
| 5 | Song of Solomon 2:9 | My beloved is like a gazelle or a young stag. Look, he stands behind our wall, gazing through the windows, peering through the lattice. |
| 6 | Ecclesiastes 9:9 | Enjoy life with your beloved wife all the days of the fleeting life that God has given you under the sun—all your fleeting days. For this is your portion in life and in your labor under the sun. |
Genesis 26:8 Summary
This verse shows us that even when we make mistakes, God is still working to protect and care for us. Isaac had been in Gerar for a long time, and Abimelech discovered that he had been deceiving people about his wife Rebekah, claiming she was his sister (as seen in Genesis 26:7). Luckily, Abimelech was a fair ruler and addressed the issue with Isaac, rather than taking matters into his own hands (Genesis 26:9-10). This story reminds us to trust in God's sovereignty and faithfulness, even when we mess up, and to be honest and truthful in our relationships with others, just as we are called to in Ephesians 4:25.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Abimelech look down from the window and see Isaac caressing his wife Rebekah?
Abimelech looked down from the window and saw Isaac caressing Rebekah, likely by chance, as the verse simply states he 'looked down from the window' in Genesis 26:8, and this encounter led to the discovery of Isaac's deception about his relationship with Rebekah, as seen in Genesis 26:9-10.
What can we learn from Isaac's deception about his wife Rebekah?
Isaac's deception about his wife Rebekah, claiming she was his sister, shows us the importance of honesty and trust in God's sovereignty, as seen in Genesis 26:7, and reminds us that God is our protector, as promised in Psalm 121:7-8.
How does this verse relate to the theme of God's protection in the Bible?
This verse illustrates God's protection over Isaac and Rebekah, despite Isaac's mistake, and points to God's faithfulness in keeping His promises, as seen in Genesis 26:3-5 and echoed in Psalm 32:10.
What does this event reveal about the character of Abimelech?
Abimelech's response to discovering Isaac's deception, as seen in Genesis 26:9-10, shows that he is a fair and just ruler, concerned about the potential consequences of Isaac's actions on his people, and willing to address the issue directly with Isaac.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I might be deceiving others or hiding the truth, and how can I come clean and trust in God's sovereignty?
- How can I apply the lesson of God's protection in this verse to my own life, especially in situations where I feel vulnerable or uncertain?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of honesty and integrity in my relationships with others, and how can I cultivate these qualities in my daily interactions?
- In what ways can I trust in God's faithfulness and promises, even when I make mistakes or face challenging circumstances, as Isaac did in this story?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 26:8
And it came to pass, when he had been there a long time,.... Perhaps some years: for though it is in the original, "when days were prolonged to him there" (b); yet days are sometimes put for years:
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 26:8
And Isaac dwelt in Gerar: Isaac dwelt in Gerar; and the men of the place asked him of his wife.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
Using more free and familiar carriage than became a brother and sister, but such as was allowable between husband and wife. See ,19. But that this was not the conjugal act, may easily be gathered from the circumstances of the time and place; which was open to Abimelech’ s view; and therefore that was not consistent either with Isaac’ s modesty or with his prudence, because he would not have her thought to be his wife.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
Genesis 26:8 And it came to pass, when he had been there a long time, that Abimelech king of the Philistines looked out at a window, and saw, and, behold, Isaac [was] sporting with Rebekah his wife.Ver. 8. Sporting with Rebekah his wife.] Or, laughing and rejoicing; according to that of Solomon, "Rejoice with the wife of thy youth: let her be as the loving hind, and pleasant roe," &c. The hind and roe are the females of the hart and roebuck. Now of the hart and roebuck, it is noted, saith a grave divine, that of all other beasts they are most enamoured, as I may so speak, with their mates, and even mad again with heat and desire after them. Which, being taken in a good sense, doth set forth the lawful vehement affection that an Isaac may bear to his Rebekah; which may be such, as that others may think he even dotes on her. And so much is imported in that which follows: "Let her breasts satisfy thee at all times, and err thou always in her love". Not but that a man may be out in this lawful error too, and exceed in love to his wife; as he in Seneca did, who, whenever he went abroad, wore his wife’ s fillet on his bosom for a favour, would never willingly be without her company, nor drink, but when she drank to him; with many the like fooleries, in quae improvida vis affectus erumpebat, saith he. The beginning of this love was honest; but the nimiety was not without deformity. Est modus in rebus. D.
Gouge.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
(8) Abimelech.—Upon this title of the Philistine monarchs see Note on Genesis 21:22. As eighty years had elapsed since Abraham’s sojourn in Gerar, it is highly improbable that the same king was still reigning; but both king and people maintain on this occasion the good character previously deserved. The Philistines, however, at this period, were a feeble colony of strangers, and were kept in restraint by a sense of their weakness. They had received a vast accession of strength from abroad before they became formidable enemies of the Israelites at the end of the period of the Judges. (See Genesis 10:14.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
Verse 8. Isaac was sporting with Rebekah his wife.] Whatever may be the precise meaning of the word, it evidently implies that there were liberties taken and freedom used on the occasion, which were not lawful but between man and wife.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 26:8
8. at a window] The account suggests that Isaac and Rebekah were in the courtyard overlooked by the king’s residence. Cf. 2 Samuel 11:2. sporting] See Genesis 21:9 marg., “playing.” The word in the original is the same as that from which the name “Isaac” was popularly derived; cf. Genesis 17:17; Genesis 17:19, Genesis 21:6. Here the meaning seems to be that of “fondling,” the caress of husband and wife, rather than of brother and sister. LXX παίζοντα, Lat. jocantem.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 26:8
8. Sporting — See note on Genesis 21:8.
Sermons on Genesis 26:8
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Pray and Not Lose Heart by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the limitations of a brief encounter with people at a conference and expresses a desire for a conference solely focused on fellowship. The s |
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The Heavenly Calling - Part 16 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the purpose of the Christian life, which is to reveal Christ and bring pleasure to Him. The speaker acknowledges that believers often struggl |
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In the Word #13 by Milton Green | This sermon delves into the various types of the church, such as Zion, a bride, a virgin, and a mother, highlighting their significance in representing the people of God. It emphas |
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(Pdf Book) Divine Principles for a Happy Married Life by Bakht Singh | Bro. Bakht Singh emphasizes that marriage is a sacred relationship ordained by God, designed to bring joy and happiness when aligned with His divine principles. He outlines eight f |
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Prayer 02 Promises Provoke Prayer by Bob Clark | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Elijah and his encounter with King Ahab during a time of drought. Elijah receives a message from God to show himself to Ahab and |
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Living in Union With Christ in Dangerous Times 2 of 3 by Josef Tson | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a man who wanted to find a girl who would love him for who he was, not for his possessions. The man devised a plan to travel incogn |
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What Is Revival? by Walter Chantry | In this sermon on Acts chapter 4, the speaker begins by describing how the apostles were released by the chief priests and elders and returned to their own company. The believers g |