KJV ORIGINAL
And when the fowls came down upon the carcases, Abram drove them away.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When birds of prey came down to eat the dead animals, Abram chased them away.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Abram had to actively guard and protect the sacrifice he had prepared for God from scavengers trying to destroy it.
📚 Historical Context
In Genesis 15, God is establishing a formal covenant with Abram, promising him numerous descendants and the land of Canaan as an inheritance. As part of this ancient ritual, Abram prepares animal sacrifices by cutting them in half and laying them out, which was a common practice in Near Eastern covenant ceremonies. When birds of prey descended on the carcasses, Abram drove them away to ensure the sanctity of the offering and prevent any defilement of the sacred moment.
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