The Family of Abraham: Part 10—A Threat to the Seed and the Opening of the Wombs of the Gentiles
Alastair RobertsThe Family of Abraham: Part 10—A Threat to the Seed and the Opening of the Wombs of the Gentiles
March 19, 2019
Alastair Roberts
In this episode of my series on the Family of Abraham, I discuss Abraham's sojourn in Gerar, Abimelech's taking of Sarah, and the opening of the Philistines' wombs.
My book, Echoes of Exodus, which explores many related themes, can be purchased here: https://amzn.to/2ugyNyP.
My blog for my podcasts and videos is found here: https://adversariapodcast.com/.
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