Genesis 22:8
Genesis 22:8 in Multiple Translations
Abraham answered, “God Himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son.” And the two walked on together.
And Abraham said, My son, God will provide himself a lamb for a burnt offering: so they went both of them together.
And Abraham said, God will provide himself the lamb for a burnt-offering, my son: so they went both of them together.
And Abraham said, God himself will give the lamb for the burned offering: so they went on together.
“God will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son,” Abraham replied, and they went on walking up together.
Then Abraham answered, My sonne, God will prouide him a lambe for a burnt offering: so they went both together.
and Abraham saith, 'God doth provide for Himself the lamb for a burnt-offering, my son;' and they go on both of them together.
Abraham said, “God will provide himself the lamb for a burnt offering, my son.” So they both went together.
And Abraham said, My son, God will provide himself a lamb for a burnt-offering: so they went both of them together.
And Abraham said: God will provide himself a victim for an holocaust, my son. So they went on together.
Abraham replied, “My son, God himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering.” So the two of them continued walking along together.
Abraham said, “Son, God will give us the sheep, so that we can show him respect.” And they kept on walking together.
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Genesis 22:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר֙
אַבְרָהָ֔ם
אֱלֹהִ֞ים
יִרְאֶה
לּ֥/וֹ
הַ/שֶּׂ֛ה
לְ/עֹלָ֖ה
בְּנִ֑/י
וַ/יֵּלְכ֥וּ
שְׁנֵי/הֶ֖ם
יַחְדָּֽו
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר֙
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אַבְרָהָ֔ם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
Abraham
N-proper
אֱלֹהִ֞ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
יִרְאֶה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לּ֥/וֹ
Prep | Suff
הַ/שֶּׂ֛ה
seh
H7716
sheep
Art | N-cs
לְ/עֹלָ֖ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
burnt offering
Prep | N-fs
בְּנִ֑/י
bên
H1121
son
N-ms | Suff
וַ/יֵּלְכ֥וּ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
שְׁנֵי/הֶ֖ם
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj | Suff
יַחְדָּֽו
yachad
H3162
unitedness
Adv
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 22:8
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר֙
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
אַבְרָהָ֔ם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
"Abraham"
N-proper
Abraham was a key figure in the Bible, the later name of Abram, and father of many children, including Ishmael and Isaac. He is first mentioned in Genesis 11:26 and his story is told throughout the book of Genesis. Abraham's life and faith are still studied today.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.11.26; son of: Terah (H8646); brother of: Nahor (H5152H), Haran (H2039) and Sarah (H8283); married to Sarah (H8283), Hagar (H1904) and Keturah (H6989); father of: Ishmael (H3458), Isaac (H3327), Zimran (H2175), Jokshan (H3370), Medan (H4091), Midian (H4080), Ishbak (H3435) and Shuah (H7744); also called Abram at Gen.11.26--17.5; 2x § Abraham = "father of a multitude" or "chief of multitude" friend of God and founder of Hebrew nation via God's elective covenant
Usage: Occurs in 159 OT verses. KJV: Abraham. See also: Genesis 17:5; Genesis 24:9; Psalms 47:10.
אֱלֹהִ֞ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
יִרְאֶה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
לּ֥/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
הַ/שֶּׂ֛ה
seh
H7716
"sheep"
Art | N-cs
This word refers to a sheep or goat, often used to describe a flock or young animal in the Bible. It is also related to the word for lamb.
Definition: 1) one of a flock, lamb, sheep, goat, young sheep, young goat 1a) sheep, goat 1b) flock (collective) Also means: zeh (זֶה "lamb" H2089)
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: (lesser, small) cattle, ewe, goat, lamb, sheep. Compare H2089 (זֶה). See also: Genesis 22:7; Deuteronomy 14:4; Psalms 119:176.
לְ/עֹלָ֖ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
"burnt offering"
Prep | N-fs
This word refers to a step or stairs, often used to describe the ascent to the altar for a burnt offering. In the Bible, it can also mean a holocaust or sacrifice, like in Leviticus.
Definition: whole burnt offering Aramaic equivalent: a.lah (עֲלָת "burnt offering" H5928)
Usage: Occurs in 262 OT verses. KJV: ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. See also H5766 (עֶוֶל). See also: Genesis 8:20; Numbers 15:5; 2 Chronicles 29:7.
בְּנִ֑/י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
וַ/יֵּלְכ֥וּ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
שְׁנֵי/הֶ֖ם
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj | Suff
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
יַחְדָּֽו
yachad
H3162
"unitedness"
Adv
This adverb means together, describing people doing something in unity, like in Psalm 133:1.
Definition: 1) union, unitedness
Usage: Occurs in 139 OT verses. KJV: alike, at all (once), both, likewise, only, (al-) together, withal. See also: Genesis 13:6; Psalms 62:10; Psalms 2:2.
Study Notes — Genesis 22:8
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- Context
- Cross References
- Genesis 22:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 22:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 22:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 22:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 22:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 22:8
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 22:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 22:8
- Sermons on Genesis 22:8
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.
9When they arrived at the place God had designated, Abraham built the altar there and arranged the wood. He bound his son Isaac and placed him on the altar, atop the wood. 10Then Abraham reached out his hand and took the knife to slaughter his son.Cross References
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| 1 | John 1:36 | When he saw Jesus walking by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!” |
| 2 | 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! |
| 3 | Revelation 5:12 | In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!” |
| 4 | Revelation 13:8 | And all who dwell on the earth will worship the beast—all whose names have not been written from the foundation of the world in the Book of Life belonging to the Lamb who was slain. |
| 5 | Genesis 18:14 | Is anything too difficult for the LORD? At the appointed time I will return to you—in about a year—and Sarah will have a son.” |
| 6 | Matthew 19:26 | Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” |
| 7 | Revelation 7:14 | “Sir,” I answered, “you know.” So he replied, “These are the ones who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. |
| 8 | 1 Peter 1:19–20 | but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot. He was known before the foundation of the world, but was revealed in the last times for your sake. |
| 9 | 2 Chronicles 25:9 | Amaziah asked the man of God, “What should I do about the hundred talents I have given to the army of Israel?” And the man of God replied, “The LORD is able to give you much more than this.” |
| 10 | Revelation 5:6 | Then I saw a Lamb who appeared to have been slain, standing in the center of the throne, encircled by the four living creatures and the elders. The Lamb had seven horns and seven eyes, which represent the seven Spirits of God sent out into all the earth. |
Genesis 22:8 Summary
In this verse, Abraham is showing his trust in God's plan by telling Isaac that God will provide the lamb for the sacrifice. This means that Abraham has faith that God will take care of everything, even if it's not clear how things will work out. This is similar to what we're called to do as believers, trusting in God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in Psalm 23:1-4 and Matthew 6:33. By trusting in God's plan, we can have peace and confidence, just like Abraham, even in difficult circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Abraham mean when he said God would provide the lamb?
Abraham was expressing his faith in God's provision, trusting that He would supply the necessary sacrifice, as seen in the eventual provision of the ram in Genesis 22:13.
Why did Abraham not tell Isaac the truth about the sacrifice?
Abraham's response was an act of faith and obedience, choosing to trust God's plan rather than revealing the truth to Isaac, which would have been too difficult for him to bear, as seen in the emotional response of Isaac in Genesis 22:7.
Is Abraham's statement a prophecy of Jesus Christ?
While Abraham's statement is not a direct prophecy, it does foreshadow the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who would become the Lamb of God, taking away the sin of the world, as described in John 1:29.
What can we learn from Abraham's faith in this verse?
Abraham's faith demonstrates trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even in the face of uncertainty, serving as an example for believers to trust God's plan, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 8:28.
Reflection Questions
- What are the areas in my life where I need to trust God's provision, just like Abraham?
- How can I, like Abraham, walk in faith and obedience, even when the outcome is uncertain?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of trusting God's plan, even when it's difficult to understand?
- In what ways can I apply Abraham's example of faith to my own relationships and challenges?
- How does this verse relate to my own experiences of waiting on God's provision or guidance?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 22:8
And Abraham said, my son, God will provide himself a lamb for a burnt offering,.... In which answer Abraham may have respect to the Messiah, the Lamb of God, John 1:29, whom he had provided in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 22:8
And Abraham took the wood of the burnt offering, and laid it upon Isaac his son; and he took the fire in his hand, and a knife; and they went both of them together.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 22:8
God will provide himself a lamb; either, 1. Literally, though I know not how; for his wisdom and power are infinite: or, 2. Mystically, as Christ, whose type Isaac was, is called a Lamb. Thus Abraham prudently reveals the matter to him by degrees, not all at once.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 22:8
Genesis 22:8 And Abraham said, My son, God will provide himself a lamb for a burnt offering: so they went both of them together.Ver. 8. God will provide himself a lamb.] A pious and precious proverb; much to be mused on, and made use of, when we are in an exigent, and see not whither to turn us. Then say, Deus viderit . God will with the temptation also give an issue. Necesse est adesse divinum, ubi humanum cessat auxilium , saith Philo. Sciat etiam Celsitudo vestra , saith Luther in a letter to the Prince Elector of Saxony; I would your Highness should well know that businesses are far otherwise carried and concluded in heaven than at the Diet at Noringberg, &c. And to Philip Melancthon he writes thus: Si nos ruemus, ruet Christus una, ille regnator mundi: et esto ruat, &c. Sed scribo haec frustra, quia tu secundum philosophiam vestram, has res ratione rogere, hoc est, ut ait ille, cum ratione insanire pergis, et occidis teipsum; nec vides prorsus extra manum tuam et consilium positam esse causam, etiam extra curam tuam velle agi. Qui finxit alas papilioni, is curabit omnia . Scultet.
Ann. Idem.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 22:8
Verse 8. My son, God will provide himself a lamb] Here we find the same obedient unshaken faith for which this pattern of practical piety was ever remarkable. But we must not suppose that this was the language merely of faith and obedience; the patriarch spoke prophetically, and referred to that Lamb of God which HE had provided for himself, who in the fulness of time should take away the sin of the world, and of whom Isaac was a most expressive type. All the other lambs which had been offered from the foundation of the world had been such as MEN chose and MEN offered; but THIS was the Lamb which GOD had provided - emphatically, THE LAMB OF GOD.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 22:8
8. provide himself] Heb. see for himself, cf. Genesis 41:33. Abraham’s words express his self-control and his faith, and have a reference to Genesis 22:14. The provision by God of a lamb for a burnt-offering lies at the root of the interpretation of the present passage in its typical application to the Sacrifice of Christ. Cf. the mention of the Lamb in John 1:29; John 1:36; 1 Peter 1:19; Revelation 5:12. The present passage is the first Lesson for the morning of Good Friday. so they went … together] In the brief words of this simple and moving description is compressed a world of intense feeling. Cf. a similar phrase in 2 Kings 2:6; 2 Kings 2:8.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 22:8
8. God will provide — Hebrews, Elohim-jireh, God will see. See on Genesis 22:14.
Sermons on Genesis 22:8
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A Type and Its Teaching by C.H. Spurgeon | The sermon transcript discusses the scene of Jesus' resurrection on the third day. It describes how Jesus breaks free from the bonds of death and rises from his sleep refreshed. Th |
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(Genesis) Genesis 22:3-10 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Abraham and his willingness to sacrifice his son Isaac as a test of his faith. The preacher highlights the four major crises th |
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Christ, God Manifest in the Flesh, Died for Sinners by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, Dr. Gordon shares a story about a little boy he encounters while walking in Boston. The boy has a cage with scared little birds inside, unable to fly out. Dr. Gordo |
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The Four W's 03 the Worship of God by Stan Ford | In this sermon, the preacher starts by mentioning a recent travel experience and a conversation with a woman who was excited about reading the last book of the Bible. The preacher |
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Genesis 22 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith preaches on Genesis 22, emphasizing that Jehovah Jireh, or 'The Lord will provide,' is evident in God's provision during times of extremity. He illustrates how Abraham' |
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2 Corinthians 1:12 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches about the exemplary faith and obedience of Abraham, highlighting his willingness to sacrifice his son Isaac as a demonstration of his fear of God and trust |
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Of Remedies Against Covetousness by William Gouge | William Gouge emphasizes the importance of preventing and addressing covetousness by following specific rules: understanding true happiness and the deceitfulness of riches, setting |