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Genesis 26:22 · KJV

"And he removed from thence, and digged another well; and for that they strove not: and he called the name of it Rehoboth; and he said, For now the LORD hath made room for us, and we shall be fruitful in the land."

King James Version

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Passage Context

20And the herdmen of Gerar did strive with Isaac's herdmen, saying, The water is our's: and he called the name of the well Esek; because they strove with him.
21And they digged another well, and strove for that also: and he called the name of it Sitnah.
22And he removed from thence, and digged another well; and for that they strove not: and he called the name of it Rehoboth; and he said, For now the LORD hath made room for us, and we shall be fruitful in the land.
23And he went up from thence to Beer-sheba.
24And the LORD appeared unto him the same night, and said, I am the God of Abraham thy father: fear not, for I am with thee, and will bless thee, and multiply thy seed for my servant Abraham's sake.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you find peace in your life?

2

What does the name 'Rehoboth' mean for your personal journey?

3

When have you felt God's provision in a significant way?

Life Application

faith

Celebrate the moments in life where you feel God has made room for you.

family

Create space in your family life for growth and connection.

People in This Verse

IsaacOT

The son of Abraham and Sarah, known for his role in the Abrahamic covenant. He represents the next generation of God's promise.

First appearance: Genesis 21:3

Places in This Verse

Gerar(Near modern Gaza, Israel today)

Gerar was a city of the Philistines, where Isaac sought to establish a peaceful existence amid competition for resources.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse reflects the theme of God's provision and blessing, which is central to the message of Jesus.

See also: John 10:10

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