Gen 21:33 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Gen 21:33-34: 21:33-34 A tamarisk tree requires a lot of water; this act indicated Abraham’s security in his land rights and his faith that God would provide water in this desert area. He settled as a foreigner in the land, but dwelling under his tree was a sign of peaceful security (cp. Zech 3:10 ). • there he worshiped the Lord : See study note on 12:8.

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‏ Genesis 21:33

Summary for Gen 21:33-34: 21:33-34 ^a A tamarisk tree requires a lot of water; this act indicated Abraham’s security in his land rights and his faith that God would provide water in this desert area. He settled as a foreigner in the land, but dwelling under his tree was a sign of peaceful security (cp. Zech 3:10 ^b).

• there he worshiped the Lord: See study note on 12:8.