22:8 God himself will provide the lamb. Up to this point, Abraham has apparently not disclosed to Isaac the full details of God’s instructions. Abraham’s reply to Isaac reflects either a profound trust in God that he will intervene or an attempt to conceal from Isaac the fate that awaits him. 22:11 angel of the LORD. See note on 16:7. 22:12 God intervenes because Abraham has shown through his obedience how much he reverences God. Previously, God reckoned Abraham righteous on the basis of his faith
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