Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Isaac spoke up and said to his father Abraham, “Father?” “Yes, my son?” Abraham replied. “The fire and wood are here,” Isaac said, “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” New Living Translation Isaac turned to Abraham and said, “Father?” “Yes, my son?” Abraham replied. “We have the fire and the wood,” the boy said, “but where is the sheep for the burnt offering?” English Standard Version And Isaac said to his father Abraham, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” He said, “Behold, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?” Berean Standard Bible Then Isaac said to his father Abraham, “My father!” “Here I am, my son,” he replied. “The fire and the wood are here,” said Isaac, “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” King James Bible And Isaac spake unto Abraham his father, and said, My father: and he said, Here am I, my son. And he said, Behold the fire and the wood: but where is the lamb for a burnt offering? New King James Version But Isaac spoke to Abraham his father and said, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” Then he said, “Look, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?” New American Standard Bible Isaac spoke to his father Abraham and said, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” And he said, “Look, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” NASB 1995 Isaac spoke to Abraham his father and said, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” And he said, “Behold, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” NASB 1977 And Isaac spoke to Abraham his father and said, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” And he said, “Behold, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” Legacy Standard Bible Then Isaac spoke to Abraham his father and said, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” And he said, “Behold, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” Amplified Bible And Isaac said to Abraham, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” Isaac said, “Look, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” Christian Standard Bible Then Isaac spoke to his father Abraham and said, “My father.” And he replied, “Here I am, my son.” Isaac said, “The fire and the wood are here, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering? ” Holman Christian Standard Bible Then Isaac spoke to his father Abraham and said, “My father.” And he replied, “Here I am, my son.” Isaac said, “The fire and the wood are here, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” American Standard Version And Isaac spake unto Abraham his father, and said, My father: and he said, Here am I, my son. And he said, Behold, the fire and the wood: but where is the lamb for a burnt-offering? English Revised Version And Isaac spake unto Abraham his father, and said, My father: and he said, Here am I, my son. And he said, Behold, the fire and the wood: but where is the lamb for a burnt offering? GOD'S WORD® Translation Isaac spoke up and said, "Father?" "Yes, Son?" Abraham answered. Isaac asked, "We have the burning coals and the wood, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?" Good News Translation Isaac spoke up, "Father!" He answered, "Yes, my son?" Isaac asked, "I see that you have the coals and the wood, but where is the lamb for the sacrifice?" International Standard Version Isaac addressed his father Abraham: "My father!" "I'm here, my son," Abraham replied. Isaac asked, "The fire and the wood are here, but where's the lamb for the burnt offering?" NET Bible Isaac said to his father Abraham, "My father?" "What is it, my son?" he replied. "Here is the fire and the wood," Isaac said, "but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?" New Heart English Bible Isaac spoke to Abraham his father, and said, "My father?" He said, "Here I am, my son." He said, "Here is the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?" Webster's Bible Translation And Isaac spoke to Abraham his father, and said, My father: and he said, here am I, my son. And he said, Behold the fire and the wood: but where is the lamb for a burnt-offering? Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen Isaac said to his father Abraham, “My father!” “Here I am, my son,” he replied. “The fire and the wood are here,” said Isaac, “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” World English Bible Isaac spoke to Abraham his father, and said, “My father?” He said, “Here I am, my son.” He said, “Here is the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Isaac speaks to his father Abraham and says, “My father,” and he says, “Here I [am], my son.” And he says, “Behold, the fire and the wood, and where the lamb for a burnt-offering?” Young's Literal Translation And Isaac speaketh unto Abraham his father, and saith, 'My father,' and he saith, 'Here am I, my son.' And he saith, 'Lo, the fire and the wood, and where the lamb for a burnt-offering?' Smith's Literal Translation And Isaak will say to Abraham his father, and he will say, My father: and he will say, Behold, me, my son: And he will say, Behold the fire and the wood, and where the sheep for a burnt offering? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIsaac said to his father: My father. And he answered: What wilt thou, son? Behold, saith he, fire and wood: where is the victim for the holocaust? Catholic Public Domain Version Isaac said to his father, “My father.” And he answered, “What do you want, son?” “Behold,” he said, “fire and wood. Where is the victim for the holocaust?” New American Bible Isaac spoke to his father Abraham. “Father!” he said. “Here I am,” he replied. Isaac continued, “Here are the fire and the wood, but where is the sheep for the burnt offering?” New Revised Standard Version Isaac said to his father Abraham, “Father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” He said, “The fire and the wood are here, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Isaac spoke to Abraham his father and said, My father. And he answered. Here I am, my son. And Isaac said, Behold the fire and the wood: but where is the lamb for a burnt offering? Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Isaaq spoke to Abraham his father and he said, “Father”, and he said, “Here I am my son”, and he said to him, “Here is the fire and the wood; where is a lamb for an offering? OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Isaac spoke unto Abraham his father, and said: 'My father.' And he said: 'Here am I, my son.' And he said: 'Behold the fire and the wood; but where is the lamb for a burnt-offering?' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Isaac said to Abraam his father, Father. And he said, What is it, son? And he said, Behold the fire and the wood, where is the sheep for a whole-burnt-offering? Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Offering of Isaac…6Abraham took the wood for the burnt offering and placed it on his son Isaac. He himself carried the fire and the sacrificial knife, and the two of them walked on together. 7Then Isaac said to his father Abraham, “My father!” “Here I am, my son,” he replied. “The fire and the wood are here,” said Isaac, “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” 8Abraham answered, “God Himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son.” And the two walked on together.… Cross References John 1:29 The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! 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 8:32 He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, how will He not also, along with Him, freely give us all things? John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. 1 Peter 1:19 but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot. Isaiah 53:7 He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open His mouth. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so He did not open His mouth. Matthew 3:17 And a voice from heaven said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased!” John 8:56 Your father Abraham rejoiced that he would see My day. He saw it and was glad.” Galatians 3:8 The Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and foretold the gospel to Abraham: “All nations will be blessed through you.” Exodus 12:3-7 Tell the whole congregation of Israel that on the tenth day of this month each man must select a lamb for his family, one per household. / If the household is too small for a whole lamb, they are to share with the nearest neighbor based on the number of people, and apportion the lamb accordingly. / Your lamb must be an unblemished year-old male, and you may take it from the sheep or the goats. ... Leviticus 1:3-5 If his offering is a burnt offering from the herd, he is to present an unblemished male. He must bring it to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting for its acceptance before the LORD. / He is to lay his hand on the head of the burnt offering, so it can be accepted on his behalf to make atonement for him. / And he shall slaughter the young bull before the LORD, and Aaron’s sons the priests are to present the blood and splatter it on all sides of the altar at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. 1 Samuel 2:34 And this sign shall come to you concerning your two sons Hophni and Phinehas: They will both die on the same day. 2 Chronicles 3:1 Then Solomon began to build the house of the LORD in Jerusalem on Mount Moriah, where the LORD had appeared to his father David. This was the place that David had prepared on the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite. Psalm 40:6-8 Sacrifice and offering You did not desire, but my ears You have opened. Burnt offerings and sin offerings You did not require. / Then I said, “Here I am, I have come—it is written about me in the scroll: / I delight to do Your will, O my God; Your law is within my heart.” Treasury of Scripture And Isaac spoke to Abraham his father, and said, My father: and he said, Here am I, my son. And he said, Behold the fire and the wood: but where is the lamb for a burnt offering? My father. Matthew 26:39,42 And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt… John 18:11 Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it? Romans 8:15 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. Here am I. Genesis 22:1 And it came to pass after these things, that God did tempt Abraham, and said unto him, Abraham: and he said, Behold, here I am. but. Genesis 4:2-4 And she again bare his brother Abel. And Abel was a keeper of sheep, but Cain was a tiller of the ground… Genesis 8:20 And Noah builded an altar unto the LORD; and took of every clean beast, and of every clean fowl, and offered burnt offerings on the altar. lamb. Exodus 12:3 Speak ye unto all the congregation of Israel, saying, In the tenth day of this month they shall take to them every man a lamb, according to the house of their fathers, a lamb for an house: Jump to Previous Abraham Burned Burnt Burnt-Offering Fire Isaac Lamb Offering Sheep Speaketh WoodJump to Next Abraham Burned Burnt Burnt-Offering Fire Isaac Lamb Offering Sheep Speaketh WoodGenesis 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. Then Isaac said to his father Abraham, “My father!” This phrase highlights the close relationship between Isaac and Abraham. Isaac's address to Abraham as "my father" indicates respect and trust. In the cultural context of the ancient Near East, the father-son relationship was foundational, with the father being the primary authority and provider. This moment also foreshadows the New Testament relationship between God the Father and Jesus, His Son, emphasizing obedience and trust. “Here I am, my son,” he replied. “The fire and the wood are here,” said Isaac, “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” Persons / Places / Events 1. AbrahamThe patriarch of the Israelites, chosen by God to be the father of many nations. In this passage, he is tested by God to sacrifice his son Isaac. 2. Isaac The son of Abraham and Sarah, the child of promise through whom God's covenant with Abraham would be fulfilled. He is unaware of the test and questions the absence of a sacrificial lamb. 3. Mount Moriah The location where God instructs Abraham to offer Isaac as a burnt offering. It is significant in biblical history and later becomes the site of Solomon's Temple. 4. The Test This event is a profound test of Abraham's faith and obedience to God, illustrating the depth of his trust in God's promises. 5. The Lamb Symbolically represents the provision of God, foreshadowing the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God. Teaching Points Faith and ObedienceAbraham's response to God's command demonstrates unwavering faith and obedience. Believers are called to trust God even when His plans are not fully understood. God's Provision Isaac's question highlights the need for trust in God's provision. Just as God provided a ram in place of Isaac, He provides for our needs, often in unexpected ways. Foreshadowing Christ The absence of the lamb points to the future sacrifice of Jesus. Understanding this connection deepens our appreciation for God's redemptive plan. Parental Influence Abraham's faith impacts Isaac, teaching the importance of modeling faith and trust in God to the next generation. Questioning and Seeking Isaac's inquiry encourages believers to seek understanding and clarity in their walk with God, fostering a deeper relationship with Him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 22:7?2. How does Genesis 22:7 demonstrate Isaac's trust in Abraham and God? 3. What can we learn from Isaac's question about the "lamb for the burnt offering"? 4. How does Genesis 22:7 foreshadow Christ's sacrifice as the Lamb of God? 5. How can we apply Isaac's faith and obedience in our daily lives? 6. What does Isaac's inquiry teach us about seeking understanding in our faith journey? 7. Why did God test Abraham's faith in Genesis 22:7? 8. How does Genesis 22:7 foreshadow the sacrifice of Jesus? 9. What is the significance of Isaac's question in Genesis 22:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 22? 11. What was Isaac's age during Abraham's offering? 12. Who were the believers in the Old Testament? 13. Who is Jesus Christ? 14. How do we explain the moral implications and consistency with the rest of Scripture regarding Lot’s daughters’ actions in Genesis 19:30–38? What Does Genesis 22:7 Mean Then Isaac said to his father Abraham• This moment takes place on the very path God literally commanded (Genesis 22:1–2). • Scripture presents Isaac as a real, obedient son entering conversation with a real, obedient father—reinforcing the historicity of the event (Hebrews 11:17–19). • Father and son journey alone; the servants stay behind (Genesis 22:5). The scene grows intimate and solemn, echoing later instances where God speaks privately to chosen servants (Exodus 3:1–4). “My father!” • Isaac’s simple cry highlights: – Relationship: a bond of trust that mirrors how believers cry “Abba, Father” (Romans 8:15). – Dependence: Isaac expects answers from Abraham just as Abraham expects provision from God (Psalm 121:1–2). • The affectionate address underscores the weight of what will soon be asked of both father and son. “Here I am, my son,” he replied • Abraham repeats the phrase he earlier used with God (Genesis 22:1), signaling the same ready obedience toward his child that he shows toward the LORD. • Threefold “Here I am” pattern in the chapter (to God v.1, to Isaac v.7, to angel v.11) shows consistency of character. • Application: Availability to God produces availability to those entrusted to us (Ephesians 6:4). “The fire and the wood are here,” said Isaac • Isaac observes the tangible elements of sacrifice: – Fire: consuming judgment (Leviticus 6:13). – Wood: the means by which the offering will be placed, foreshadowing another Son who carries His own wood (John 19:17). • He notes what is present before identifying what is missing, modeling thoughtful faith rather than blind credulity (Proverbs 2:3–5). “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” • A literal, logical query: an altar always required a victim (Leviticus 1:10). Isaac expects one. • The question sets up Abraham’s prophetic answer in v.8—“God Himself will provide the lamb”—ultimately fulfilled at Calvary (John 1:29; 1 Peter 1:18–19). • The absence of the lamb heightens the tension and underscores: – God’s test of faith: Will Abraham believe in God’s provision? – Typology: Isaac’s role prefigures Christ, yet God stops the knife, reserving ultimate sacrifice for His own Son (Romans 8:32). summary Genesis 22:7 records a genuine dialogue that reveals trust, obedience, and prophetic anticipation. Isaac’s question, born of careful observation, invites Abraham’s statement of faith and allows God to showcase His provision. The verse underscores that in real history God leads His people into testing moments not to harm them but to display the Lamb He alone can supply for the salvation of the world. Verse 7. - And Isaac spoke to Abraham his father, - during the progress of the journey, after leaving the young men, solitude inviting him to give expression to thoughts which had been rising in his bosom, but which the presence of companions had constrained him to suppress - and said, My father: - a term of filial reverence and endearment that must have lacerated Abraham's heart. As used by Isaac it signified a desire to interrogate his parent - and he said, Here am I, my son (literally, Behold me, my son - Well, my son, what is it? in colloquial English). And he said, Behold the fire and the wood: but where is the lamb for a burnt offering. Another hint that the sacrificial system did not originate with Moses.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then Isaacיִצְחָ֜ק (yiṣ·ḥāq) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3327: Isaac -- 'he laughs', son of Abraham and Sarah said וַיֹּ֨אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to his father אָבִיו֙ (’ā·ḇîw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1: Father Abraham, אַבְרָהָ֤ם (’aḇ·rā·hām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 85: Abraham -- 'exalted father', the father of the Jewish nation “My father!” אָבִ֔י (’ā·ḇî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 1: Father “Here I am, הִנֶּ֣נִּֽי (hin·nen·nî) Interjection | first person common singular Strong's 2009: Lo! behold! my son,” בְנִ֑י (ḇə·nî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 1121: A son he replied. וַיֹּ֖אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “The fire הָאֵשׁ֙ (hā·’êš) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 784: A fire and the wood וְהָ֣עֵצִ֔ים (wə·hā·‘ê·ṣîm) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 6086: Tree, trees, wood are here,” הִנֵּ֤ה (hin·nêh) Interjection Strong's 2009: Lo! behold! said Isaac, וַיֹּ֗אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “but where וְאַיֵּ֥ה (wə·’ay·yêh) Conjunctive waw | Interrogative Strong's 346: Where? is the lamb הַשֶּׂ֖ה (haś·śeh) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7716: A member of a, flock, a sheep, goat for the burnt offering?” לְעֹלָֽה׃ (lə·‘ō·lāh) Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5930: Whole burnt offering Links Genesis 22:7 NIVGenesis 22:7 NLT Genesis 22:7 ESV Genesis 22:7 NASB Genesis 22:7 KJV Genesis 22:7 BibleApps.com Genesis 22:7 Biblia Paralela Genesis 22:7 Chinese Bible Genesis 22:7 French Bible Genesis 22:7 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 22:7 Isaac spoke to Abraham his father (Gen. 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