Genesis 14:22 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Abram said to the king of Sodom, I have lift up mine hand unto the LORD, the most high God, the possessor of heaven and earth,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And Abram said to the king of Sodom, 'I have raised my hand and made a promise to the LORD, the Most High God, who owns heaven and earth,'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Abram is declaring that he has made a sacred oath to God, acknowledging Him as the supreme ruler over everything that exists.

📚 Historical Context

In Genesis 14, Abram had just led a successful rescue mission to free his nephew Lot from enemy kings who had raided Sodom and taken captives during a regional conflict. After his victory, the king of Sodom offered Abram rewards, but Abram refused, emphasizing his oath to God as a way to maintain his integrity and dependence on divine provision. This event highlights the ancient Near Eastern culture of alliances and oaths, where swearing by a deity like the Most High God was a serious commitment.

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