Genesis 12:10

The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - Genesis 12:10-13

Abraham Dissembles in Egypt v. 10. And there was a famine in the land; and Abram went down into Egypt to sojourn there; for the famine was grievous in the land. The frequent moves of Abram which the text indicate point to a growing scarcity of food; and the famine finally became so heavy that he removed to the land of Egypt with his herds. v. 11. And it came to pass, when he was come near to enter into Egypt, that he said unto Sarai, his wife, Behold now, I know that thou art a fair woman to... read more

Johann Peter Lange

Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - Genesis 12:1-20

SECOND PERIODThe Genesis of the patriarchal faith in the promise and of the covenant religion; of the antagonistic relation, between the faith in the promise and heathenism; of the harmonious oppositions between the patriarchs and the human civilization of the heathen world. Patriarchal religion and patriarchal customs.—Genesis 12:1 to Genesis 36:43——————AABRAHAM, THE FRIEND OF GOD, AND HIS ACTS OF FAITH. Genesis 12:1 to Genesis 25:10FIRST SECTIONThe call of Abram. The emigration to Canaan. The... read more

Frederick Brotherton Meyer

F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - Genesis 12:10-20

Abram and Sarai in Egypt Genesis 12:10-20 It is a comfort that the Holy Spirit permits us to trace the successive stages through which the father of those who believe made his way to the maturity of faith. We all stumble as we step out on the difficult path. But God is patient with His dull scholars and protects them. See Psalms 105:15 . It was certain that no weapon formed against him could prosper, nor God’s promise fail, yet Abram meanly sacrificed Sarai with his pitiful proposition for... read more

G. Campbell Morgan

G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - Genesis 12:1-20

At this point begins the actual historic movement toward the coming of the Redeemer. One man was called to the realization of the true principle of life. The call was personal and purposeful. Abram was commanded to sever the ties of all past associations and to go forth, governed wholly by the will of God. The personal element is clearly marked in the words, "Get thee out . . . I will show thee . . . I will make of thee . . . I will bless thee." It was none the less a purposeful call. The... read more

Robert Neighbour

Wells of Living Water Commentary - Genesis 12:5-10

Abram, the Tent Dweller Genesis 12:5-10 INTRODUCTORY WORDS The outstanding characteristic in Abram was his pilgrim nature. Perhaps it would be better to say, "nature by grace," inasmuch as Abram became a pilgrim through faith. 1. "Abram * * departed out of Haran" (Genesis 12:4 ). 2. "Abram * * went forth to go into the land of Canaan" (Genesis 12:5 ). 3. "Abram passed through the land" (Genesis 12:6 ). 4. "Abram * * removed from thence" (Genesis 12:8 ). 5. "Abram journeyed, going * *... read more

James Nisbet

James Nisbet's Church Pulpit Commentary - Genesis 12:10

A FATEFUL JOURNEY‘Abram went down into Egypt.’ Genesis 12:10 I. Egypt was to Abraham, to the Jewish people, to the whole course of the Old Testament, what the world with all its interests and pursuits and enjoyments is to us.—It was the parent of civilisation, of learning, of royal power, of vast armies. From first to last this marvellous country, with all its manifold interests, is regarded as the home and refuge of the chosen race. By the stress laid on Egypt the Bible tells us that we may... read more

Peter Pett

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 12:10

Adventure in Egypt, Increasing Wealth, Separation from Lot, God Confirms His Covenant (Genesis 12:10 to Genesis 13:18 ). This section is to be seen as a whole leading up to the final covenant (Genesis 13:14-17). It reveals God’s watch over Abram in all circumstances, and stresses that Yahweh’s power reaches even into Egypt. Pharaoh was believed to be the earthly manifestation of a god, but he is shown as having no protection against Yahweh. The account helps to explain how Abram and Lot... read more

Arthur Peake

Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 12:1-20

Genesis 12:1 to Genesis 25:18 . The Story of Abraham.— In this section the three main sources, J. E, P are present. Gunkel has given strong reasons for holding that J is here made up of two main sources, one connecting Abraham with Hebron, the other with Beersheba and the Negeb. The former associates Abraham with Lot. (For details, see ICC.) On the interpretation to be placed on the figures of Abraham and the patriarchs, see the Introduction. The interest, which has hitherto been diffused... read more

Arthur Peake

Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 12:10-20

Genesis 12:10-Proverbs : . Abraham, Sarah, and Pharaoh.— This section creates difficulties by its similarity to Genesis 12:20; Genesis 26:6-1 Kings :. The three are usually regarded as variants of the same story. In each case the patriarch makes his wife out to be his sister. That twice over a similar incident should have occurred with Sarah is improbable; the improbability would be heightened if we denied the documentary analysis, since in the former case she would be approaching seventy and... read more

Matthew Poole

Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible - Genesis 12:10

There was a famine in the land, or, in that land of Canaan, a land eminently fruitful, Deuteronomy 8:7-8. This was partly to punish that people's sins, Psalms 107:34, partly to try Abram's faith. read more

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