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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown on Genesis 13:3

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Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · 19th-century historical commentary
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went on his journeys--His progress would be by slow marches and frequent encampments as Abram had to regulate his movements by the prospect of water and pasturage. unto the place . . . between Beth-el and Hai--"a conspicuous hill--its topmost summit resting on the rocky slopes below, and distinguished by its olive groves--offering a natural base for the altar and a fitting shade for the tent of the patriarch" [STANLEY].
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