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Book of Genesis - Chapter 21 - Verse 27

21:27
And Abraham took sheep and oxen, and gave them unto Abimelech; and both of them made a covenant.

Meaning

In this verse from the book of Genesis, we see the biblical figure Abraham making a covenant with Abimelech, the king of Gerar. The act of Abraham giving sheep and oxen to Abimelech was a common practice in the ancient Near East to signify making a binding agreement or covenant. The exchange of animals served as a way to seal the deal and formalize the agreement between the two parties. By giving these valuable animals to Abimelech, Abraham was showing his commitment to upholding his end of the covenant. This act was not only a sign of trust and goodwill between the two parties, but it also served as a tangible reminder of the promises made in the covenant. This verse demonstrates the importance of keeping one's word and the significance of agreements made in the ancient world.

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