Genesis 18:5 Meaning
And I will fetch a morsel of bread, and comfort ye your hearts; after that ye shall pass on: for therefore are ye come to your servant. And they said, So do, as thou hast said.
Context Explained
3And said, My Lord, if now I have found favour in thy sight, pass not away, I pray thee, from thy servant:
4Let a little water, I pray you, be fetched, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree:
5And I will fetch a morsel of bread, and comfort ye your hearts; after that ye shall pass on: for therefore are ye come to your servant. And they said, So do, as thou hast said.
6And Abraham hastened into the tent unto Sarah, and said, Make ready quickly three measures of fine meal, knead it, and make cakes upon the hearth.
7And Abraham ran unto the herd, and fetcht a calf tender and good, and gave it unto a young man; and he hasted to dress it.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Hebrews 13:2
Encourages believers to show hospitality, echoing Abraham's actions.
Matthew 25:35
Jesus teaches the importance of serving others, similar to Abraham's hospitality.
Luke 10:34
Both emphasize the importance of caring for others.
Source: Genesis 18:5