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Egyptian Circumcision
- Listeners pointed out that Egyptians also practiced circumcision, possibly before Abraham.
- It was potentially a mark of priesthood, aligning with God's command for all Israelite males to be circumcised.
Isaac's Mistakes
- Isaac repeats Abraham's mistake of claiming his wife as his sister, but the Philistine king, Abimelech, is more discerning.
- Unlike Abraham who gained wealth in Egypt, Isaac stays in the promised land and prospers, possibly indicating a better path.
Yielding to Injustice
- Isaac mirrors Abraham's conflicts with herdsmen over wells, symbolizing a retelling but with a redemptive element.
- Isaac's repeated yielding demonstrates selfless commitment to God's mission, even in the face of injustice.