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Genesis 21:33 Β· KJV

"And Abraham planted a grove in Beer-sheba, and called there on the name of the LORD, the everlasting God."

King James Version

What does Genesis 21:33 mean? β†’

Passage Context

31Wherefore he called that place Beer-sheba; because there they sware both of them.
32Thus they made a covenant at Beer-sheba: then Abimelech rose up, and Phichol the chief captain of his host, and they returned into the land of the Philistines.
33And Abraham planted a grove in Beer-sheba, and called there on the name of the LORD, the everlasting God.
34And Abraham sojourned in the Philistines' land many days.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you express your faith in daily life?

2

What does it mean for you to worship?

3

When have you felt closest to God in nature?

Life Application

faith

Find ways to incorporate your faith into everyday activities.

nature

Spend time in nature to reflect on your relationship with God.

People in This Verse

AbrahamBoth

The patriarch of Israel, known for his faith in God's promises. He is considered the father of many nations.

First appearance: Genesis 12:1

Places in This Verse

Beer-sheba(Beersheba, Israel today)

Beer-sheba is a significant city in southern Canaan, known for its wells and as a center of Abraham's activities. It symbolizes the establishment of oaths and agreements.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

Abraham's act of planting a grove and calling on the name of the Lord reflects the worship of God, which is central to Jesus' teachings.

See also: John 4:24

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