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Genesis 26:29 Β· KJV

"That thou wilt do us no hurt, as we have not touched thee, and as we have done unto thee nothing but good, and have sent thee away in peace: thou art now the blessed of the LORD."

King James Version

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Passage Context

27And Isaac said unto them, Wherefore come ye to me, seeing ye hate me, and have sent me away from you?
28And they said, We saw certainly that the LORD was with thee: and we said, Let there be now an oath betwixt us, even betwixt us and thee, and let us make a covenant with thee;
29That thou wilt do us no hurt, as we have not touched thee, and as we have done unto thee nothing but good, and have sent thee away in peace: thou art now the blessed of the LORD.
30And he made them a feast, and they did eat and drink.
31And they rose up betimes in the morning, and sware one to another: and Isaac sent them away, and they departed from him in peace.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you ensure that your actions reflect goodwill towards others?

2

What does it mean for you to live in peace with those around you?

3

When have you experienced the blessings of a peaceful relationship?

Life Application

relationships

Strive to resolve conflicts amicably and foster peace in your relationships.

faith

Consider how your faith influences your interactions with others and promotes harmony.

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

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse highlights the theme of blessing and peace, which Jesus embodies and offers to humanity.

See also: Matthew 5:9

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