Genesis 21:33 Meaning and Explanation
“And Abraham planted a grove in Beersheba, and called there on the name of the LORD, the everlasting God.”
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Read Full Chapter →Abraham plants trees at Beersheba and calls on God as the everlasting God.
The Context of Genesis 21:33
Abraham establishes a place of worship at Beersheba.
What Does Genesis 21:33 Mean?
After the covenant with Abimelech is sealed, Abraham turns to a spiritual act—planting a grove and calling on God by name. The grove may serve as a sanctuary or place of worship, and the name 'everlasting God' (El Olam) emphasizes God's eternity and perpetual faithfulness.
Abraham's act ties the secular covenant with the king to a deeper spiritual reality. His invocation of God as the everlasting one suggests that while political agreements may be important, the ultimate source of stability and blessing is God's eternal nature and promises.
Genesis 21:33 in the Original Language
Olam (עוֹלָם), 'everlasting' — eternal, age-lasting; emphasizes God's unlimited duration and timeless existence.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 21:33
What does Genesis 21:33 mean?
Abraham plants trees at Beersheba and calls on God as the everlasting God.
What is the context of Genesis 21:33?
Abraham establishes a place of worship at Beersheba.