And they came to the place which God had told him of; and Abraham built an altar there, and laid the wood in order, and bound Isaac his son, and laid him on the altar upon the wood.
When they reached the place God had shown him, Abraham built an altar there and arranged the wood on it. Then he tied up his son Isaac and placed him on the altar on top of the wood.
Abraham obediently prepares to sacrifice his beloved son Isaac, following God's difficult command to the very last step.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, God tested Abraham's faith by commanding him to sacrifice his son Isaac on Mount Moriah, as a demonstration of ultimate obedience. Abraham, who had waited many years for Isaac's birth, showed his trust by building an altar and preparing the sacrifice, reflecting the ancient Near Eastern cultural practice of offerings to deities. This event underscores the patriarchal era's emphasis on covenant faithfulness between God and His people.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.