Genesis 26 - Introduction

A.M. 2200. B.C. 1804.

Here we have,

(1,) Isaac in adversity, by reason of a famine in the land; which obliges him to change his quarters, 1. But God visits him with direction and comfort, Genesis 26:2. He denies his wife, and is reproved for it by Abimelech, Genesis 26:6.

(2,) Isaac in prosperity, by the blessing of God upon him, Genesis 26:12; Genesis 26:1, The Philistines were envious at him, Genesis 26:14; Genesis 26:2, He continued industrious in his business, Genesis 26:18; Genesis 26:3, God appeared to him, and encouraged him, and he returned to his duty, Genesis 26:24; Genesis 26:4, The Philistines at length made court to him, and a covenant with him, Genesis 26:26.

(3,) The disagreeable marriage of his son Esau was an allay to his prosperity, Genesis 26:34.