Genesis 22:19
New International Version
Then Abraham returned to his servants, and they set off together for Beersheba. And Abraham stayed in Beersheba.

New Living Translation
Then they returned to the servants and traveled back to Beersheba, where Abraham continued to live.

English Standard Version
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they arose and went together to Beersheba. And Abraham lived at Beersheba.

Berean Standard Bible
Abraham went back to his servants, and they got up and set out together for Beersheba. And Abraham settled in Beersheba.

King James Bible
So Abraham returned unto his young men, and they rose up and went together to Beersheba; and Abraham dwelt at Beersheba.

New King James Version
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they rose and went together to Beersheba; and Abraham dwelt at Beersheba.

New American Standard Bible
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they got up and went together to Beersheba; and Abraham lived in Beersheba.

NASB 1995
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they arose and went together to Beersheba; and Abraham lived at Beersheba.

NASB 1977
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they arose and went together to Beersheba; and Abraham lived at Beersheba.

Legacy Standard Bible
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they arose and walked together to Beersheba; and Abraham lived at Beersheba.

Amplified Bible
So Abraham returned to his servants, and they got up and went with him to Beersheba; and Abraham settled in Beersheba.

Christian Standard Bible
Abraham went back to his young men, and they got up and went together to Beer-sheba. And Abraham settled in Beer-sheba.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Abraham went back to his young men, and they got up and went together to Beer-sheba. And Abraham settled in Beer-sheba.

American Standard Version
So Abraham returned unto his young men, and they rose up and went together to Beer-sheba; and Abraham dwelt at Beer-sheba.

Contemporary English Version
Abraham and Isaac went back to the servants who had come with him, and they returned to Abraham's home in Beersheba.

English Revised Version
So Abraham returned unto his young men, and they rose up and went together to Beer-sheba; and Abraham dwelt at Beer-sheba.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then Abraham returned to his servants, and together they left for Beersheba. Abraham remained in Beersheba.

Good News Translation
Abraham went back to his servants, and they went together to Beersheba, where Abraham settled.

International Standard Version
After this, Abraham returned to his servants and they set out together for Beer-sheba, where Abraham settled.

Majority Standard Bible
Abraham went back to his servants, and they got up and set out together for Beersheba. And Abraham settled in Beersheba.

NET Bible
Then Abraham returned to his servants, and they set out together for Beer Sheba where Abraham stayed.

New Heart English Bible
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they rose up and went together to Beersheba. Abraham lived at Beersheba.

Webster's Bible Translation
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they rose and went together to Beer-sheba; and Abraham dwelt at Beer-sheba.

World English Bible
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they rose up and went together to Beersheba. Abraham lived at Beersheba.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Abraham turns back to his young men, and they rise and go together to Beer-Sheba; and Abraham dwells in Beer-Sheba.

Young's Literal Translation
And Abraham turneth back unto his young men, and they rise and go together unto Beer-Sheba; and Abraham dwelleth in Beer-Sheba.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Abraham will turn back to his boys, and they will rise up, and go together to the well of the oath; and Abraham will dwell at the well of the oath.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Abraham returned to his young men, and they went to Bersabee together, and he dwelt there.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Abraham returned to his servants, and they went to Beersheba together, and he lived there.

New American Bible
Abraham then returned to his servants, and they set out together for Beer-sheba, where Abraham lived.

New Revised Standard Version
So Abraham returned to his young men, and they arose and went together to Beer-sheba; and Abraham lived at Beer-sheba.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
So Abraham returned to his young men and they rose up and went together to Beer-sheba, and Abraham dwelt in Beer-sheba.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Abraham returned to his young men and they stood and they went as one to Beersheba and Abraham dwelt in Beersheba.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So Abraham returned unto his young men, and they rose up and went together to Beer-sheba; and Abraham dwelt at Beer-sheba.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Abraam returned to his servants, and they arose and went together to the well of the oath; and Abraam dwelt at the well of the oath.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sacrifice Averted
18And through your offspring all nations of the earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed My voice.” 19Abraham went back to his servants, and they got up and set out together for Beersheba. And Abraham settled in Beersheba.

Cross References
Hebrews 11:17-19
By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac on the altar. He who had received the promises was ready to offer his one and only son, / even though God had said to him, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” / Abraham reasoned that God could raise the dead, and in a sense, he did receive Isaac back from death.

James 2:21-23
Was not our father Abraham justified by what he did when he offered his son Isaac on the altar? / You see that his faith was working with his actions, and his faith was perfected by what he did. / And the Scripture was fulfilled that says, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness,” and he was called a friend of God.

Romans 4:3
For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.”

Galatians 3:6-9
So also, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” / Understand, then, that those who have faith are sons of Abraham. / The Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and foretold the gospel to Abraham: “All nations will be blessed through you.” ...

John 8:39
“Abraham is our father,” they replied. “If you were children of Abraham,” said Jesus, “you would do the works of Abraham.

Matthew 3:9
And do not presume to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ For I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham.

Acts 7:2-5
And Stephen declared: “Brothers and fathers, listen to me! The God of glory appeared to our father Abraham while he was still in Mesopotamia, before he lived in Haran, / and told him, ‘Leave your country and your kindred and go to the land I will show you.’ / So Abraham left the land of the Chaldeans and settled in Haran. After his father died, God brought him out of that place and into this land where you are now living. ...

Romans 9:7-8
Nor because they are Abraham’s descendants are they all his children. On the contrary, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” / So it is not the children of the flesh who are God’s children, but it is the children of the promise who are regarded as offspring.

Galatians 4:28
Now you, brothers, like Isaac, are children of promise.

Luke 3:34
the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor,

2 Chronicles 20:7
Our God, did You not drive out the inhabitants of this land before Your people Israel and give it forever to the descendants of Abraham Your friend?

Isaiah 41:8
“But you, O Israel, My servant, Jacob, whom I have chosen, descendant of Abraham My friend—

Nehemiah 9:7-8
You are the LORD, the God who chose Abram, who brought him out of Ur of the Chaldeans and gave him the name Abraham. / You found his heart faithful before You, and made a covenant with him to give the land of the Canaanites and Hittites, of the Amorites and Perizzites, of the Jebusites and Girgashites—to give it to his descendants. You have kept Your promise, because You are righteous.

Genesis 12:1-3
Then the LORD said to Abram, “Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you. / I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. / I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.”

Genesis 15:6
Abram believed the LORD, and it was credited to him as righteousness.


Treasury of Scripture

So Abraham returned to his young men, and they rose up and went together to Beersheba; and Abraham dwelled at Beersheba.

So Abraham.

Genesis 22:5
And Abraham said unto his young men, Abide ye here with the ass; and I and the lad will go yonder and worship, and come again to you.

to Beer-sheba.

Genesis 21:31
Wherefore he called that place Beersheba; because there they sware both of them.

Joshua 15:28
And Hazarshual, and Beersheba, and Bizjothjah,

Judges 20:1
Then all the children of Israel went out, and the congregation was gathered together as one man, from Dan even to Beersheba, with the land of Gilead, unto the LORD in Mizpeh.

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Genesis 22
1. Abraham is tested with the command to offer Isaac.
3. He gives proof of his faith and obedience.
11. The angel prevents him.
13. Isaac is exchanged for a ram.
14. The place is called Jehovah-jireh.
15. Abraham is again blessed.
20. The generations of Nahor unto Rebekah.














Abraham went back to his servants
This phrase marks the conclusion of the binding of Isaac narrative, where Abraham's faith was tested. The return to his servants signifies the end of a significant spiritual journey. The servants, who were left behind earlier, represent those who witness the outcomes of faith without experiencing the direct encounter with God. This moment highlights Abraham's obedience and trust in God, which is a central theme in his life.

and they got up and set out together for Beersheba
The journey to Beersheba indicates a return to a place of previous significance in Abraham's life. Beersheba, located in the southern part of Israel, was a well-known settlement and a place where Abraham had previously made a covenant with Abimelech (Genesis 21:31). This return can symbolize a restoration or continuation of God's promises to Abraham. The unity in "set out together" underscores the communal aspect of faith and obedience.

And Abraham settled in Beersheba
Settling in Beersheba suggests a period of stability and fulfillment of God's promises. Beersheba becomes a patriarchal center, later associated with Isaac and Jacob. This settlement can be seen as a type of the believer's rest in God's promises after a period of testing. It also foreshadows the establishment of Israel in the Promised Land. The act of settling indicates a trust in God's provision and a commitment to the land promised to Abraham and his descendants.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Abraham
The patriarch of the Israelites, who demonstrated his faith and obedience to God by being willing to sacrifice his son Isaac.

2. Servants
The individuals who accompanied Abraham and Isaac on their journey to Mount Moriah, where the sacrifice was to take place.

3. Beersheba
A significant location in the life of Abraham, often associated with covenant and settlement. It is where Abraham returned after the testing of his faith.

4. Mount Moriah
The place where God tested Abraham's faith by asking him to sacrifice Isaac, though this specific location is not mentioned in verse 19, it is the context of the preceding events.

5. Isaac
Abraham's son, who was the subject of the test of faith, though not mentioned in this specific verse, he is central to the account.
Teaching Points
Faith in Action
Abraham's return to Beersheba signifies the completion of a profound act of faith. Believers are encouraged to trust God fully, even when His plans are not fully understood.

Obedience and Reward
Abraham's obedience led to God's reaffirmation of His promises. Obedience to God often precedes blessings and fulfillment of His promises in our lives.

Community and Support
The presence of Abraham's servants highlights the importance of community and support in our spiritual journeys. We are not meant to walk alone.

Returning to Foundations
Beersheba represents a place of covenant and foundation for Abraham. Believers should regularly return to their spiritual foundations and commitments.

God's Provision
The account of Genesis 22 as a whole, culminating in verse 19, reminds us of God's provision and faithfulness, encouraging us to rely on Him in times of testing.Verse 19. - So Abraham returned unto his young men, and they role up and went together to Beer-sheba; and Abraham dwelt at Beer-sheba.

CHAPTER 22:20-24

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Abraham
אַבְרָהָם֙ (’aḇ·rā·hām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 85: Abraham -- 'exalted father', the father of the Jewish nation

went back
וַיָּ֤שָׁב (way·yā·šāḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

his servants,
נְעָרָ֔יו (nə·‘ā·rāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5288: A boy, lad, youth, retainer

and they got up
וַיָּקֻ֛מוּ (way·yā·qu·mū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand

and set out
וַיֵּלְכ֥וּ (way·yê·lə·ḵū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk

together
יַחְדָּ֖ו (yaḥ·dāw)
Adverb
Strong's 3162: A unit, unitedly

for
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Beersheba.
שָׁ֑בַע (šā·ḇa‘)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 884: Beersheba -- 'well of seven', a place in the Negev

And Abraham
אַבְרָהָ֖ם (’aḇ·rā·hām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 85: Abraham -- 'exalted father', the father of the Jewish nation

settled
וַיֵּ֥שֶׁב (way·yê·šeḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry

in Beersheba.
שָֽׁבַע׃ (šā·ḇa‘)
Preposition | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 884: Beersheba -- 'well of seven', a place in the Negev


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