Lot's wife could not bear the thought of giving up all that they had left behind in Sod'om. Her heart clung to her home, her worldly possessions, and her former companions. She halted in their flight to look back longingly upon the city, her heart filled with memories of the life she had found so happy. As she stood there, lost in revery, smoke and ashes began to spread all over the plain, and suddenly she was petrified with fear. Standing erect and motionless, gazing toward Sod'om, her body was turned into a pillar of salt,-an everlasting monument of warning against turning back when one is on the road to salvation.
The Lord then caused a rain of fire to fall upon Sod'om and Go'mor'rah; destroying also the neighboring towns of Ad'mah and Ze'bo-im; only the little town of Zo'ar escaped the calamity.
From his mountain home nearby the faithful A'bra-ham looked out upon the plains below. The once fertile and smiling lands were now a flaming furnace, and the former prosperous and wealthy cities had become a vast heap of charred ruins, The idle luxury of the day before had been turned into utter desolation. The heart of A'bra-ham was stirred deeply, but he humbly acknowledged the righteousness of God in all His ways.
In the meantime Lot and his two daughters had feared for their lives in Zo'ar, and had fled to the mountains of Mo'ab to the east, where they took shelter in a cave. Here took place the most shameful incident of Lot's career, and his name passed from the pages of sacred history. When his two daughters realized that all the descendants of their father had perished in the flames of Sod'om, they took what seemed to be the only means of preserving their father's line. They made Lot drunk with wine, induced him to commit the crime of incest, and gave birth to the sons from whom there sprang the Mo'ab-ites and Am'mon-ites. We shall learn more about them in later chapters.
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Friday, March 18, 2016
Thursday, March 17, 2016
Story 12: The Rain Of Fire On Sod'om And Go'mor'rah ll
The people of Sod'om had seen the Angels as they went about the streets of the city, but did not know that they were Angels because they were in the appearance of men. Attracted by the superior bearing of the two strangers within their city, some of the most depraved people looked upon them with evil intentions. They stealthily watched the Angels as they entered the house of Lot, planning to seize them at the first opportunity. Finally they demanded that Lot bring out his guests and let them be mistreated by the mob. When Lot refused their demands they turned upon him with jeers and scorn, accusing him of taking too much authority for one who was only a sojourner within their city, and threatening to break down the door and take the two visitors by force.
The Sod'om-ites were bold unashamed in their evil intentions, and no arguments or resistance which Lot could offer would prevent them from carrying out their wicked purposes. They rushed the door which Lot had closed and attacked him violently. Now the Angels had made their special visit to Lot because he had kept himself free from the more vicious sins of Sod'om; though he had done wrong by associating with wicked neighbors, he was still counted among the righteous. He was grieved by the evils of Sod'om, and had often rebuked the people for their disgraceful deeds. The Lord therefore wished to spare him from the terrible disaster that was soon to fall upon Sod'om.
When Lot's life was in danger by the attack of the people who sought the strangers in his home the two Angels opened the door and drew him to safety. The Angels then caused the angry mob to be smitten with blindness, and the confusion became so great that the Sod'om-ites could not even find the door of Lot's house.
The Heavenly messengers then informed Lot that the Lord was preparing to rain fire and brimstone upon Sod'om and Go'mor'rah, bringing utter destruction to both cities, and they suggested that he take all his kinsmen and property out of the city at once. When Lot brought the news to his sons-in-law they scoffed at his warning, refusing to heed the call of God for safety.
Lot was then told to take his wife and the two daughters who still lived in his home and flee to the surrounding mountains. Instead of obeying at once, Lot permitted business matters and selfish interests to delay his going. The love of such worldly things as gold and silver seemed more important at the moment than the safety of his family. The Angels therefore seized him by the hand and led the family out on the road toward the mountains.
As Lot and his family fled from Sod'om he became fearful that he could not reach a place of safety in the mountains. He then pleaded with the Angel who was guiding him to spare the little town to the northeast that was later called Zo'ar, and allow him to reside there with his family. When the Lord agreed to this request Lot and his wife and two daughters turned their steps toward the little town.
The Sod'om-ites were bold unashamed in their evil intentions, and no arguments or resistance which Lot could offer would prevent them from carrying out their wicked purposes. They rushed the door which Lot had closed and attacked him violently. Now the Angels had made their special visit to Lot because he had kept himself free from the more vicious sins of Sod'om; though he had done wrong by associating with wicked neighbors, he was still counted among the righteous. He was grieved by the evils of Sod'om, and had often rebuked the people for their disgraceful deeds. The Lord therefore wished to spare him from the terrible disaster that was soon to fall upon Sod'om.
When Lot's life was in danger by the attack of the people who sought the strangers in his home the two Angels opened the door and drew him to safety. The Angels then caused the angry mob to be smitten with blindness, and the confusion became so great that the Sod'om-ites could not even find the door of Lot's house.
The Heavenly messengers then informed Lot that the Lord was preparing to rain fire and brimstone upon Sod'om and Go'mor'rah, bringing utter destruction to both cities, and they suggested that he take all his kinsmen and property out of the city at once. When Lot brought the news to his sons-in-law they scoffed at his warning, refusing to heed the call of God for safety.
Lot was then told to take his wife and the two daughters who still lived in his home and flee to the surrounding mountains. Instead of obeying at once, Lot permitted business matters and selfish interests to delay his going. The love of such worldly things as gold and silver seemed more important at the moment than the safety of his family. The Angels therefore seized him by the hand and led the family out on the road toward the mountains.
As Lot and his family fled from Sod'om he became fearful that he could not reach a place of safety in the mountains. He then pleaded with the Angel who was guiding him to spare the little town to the northeast that was later called Zo'ar, and allow him to reside there with his family. When the Lord agreed to this request Lot and his wife and two daughters turned their steps toward the little town.
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Story 12: The Rain Of Fire On Sod'om And Go'mor'rah l
This chapter takes us back to the wicked cities of the plains of Jor'dan, and to Lot and his family. During the years that had passed since Ab'ram saved the king of Sod'om and many of his people from conquest by the king of E'lam the city had fallen deeper and deeper into sin. Lot had chosen to remain in Sod'om, and his family had become entangled in the evils of this unrighteous city.
Having finished their mission to A'bra-ham and his wife, the three Angelic visitors started on the journey to Sod'om, accompanied for part of the way by A'bra-ham. Presently the leader of the group lingered in conversation with A'bra-ham, while the others continued the march towards Sod'om. The latter two Angels had been sent to Sod'om to announce its approaching destruction under the judgment of God. Remembering the faith of A'bra-ham and his kindly interest in Lot and his family, the Lord said "Shall I hide from A'bra-ham what I am going to do?" So close had been the relation between God and A'bra-ham that he was called "the friend of God." To such a friend the Lord was willing to reveal His purpose concerning the overthrow of a city in which there flourished the worst forms of immorality known in the history of the world.
The Lord therefore took His friend into full confidence, telling him that the time of judgment had come, and that the sins of Sod'om must be punished. A'bra-ham then offered an earnest prayer in the hope of sparing Sod'om. He said to the Lord: "If there can be found as many as fifty righteous people in the city, wilt thou spare it for the sake of these fifty?"
When the Lord agreed to spare the city if fifty righteous people could be found there, A'bra-ham pleaded: "Peradventure there shall lack five of the fifty righteous: wilt thou destroy all the city for lack of five?" After the Lord agreed to this condition A'bra-ham succeeded in having the required number of righteous people reduced, first to forty, then to thirty, then to twenty, and finally to ten. Beyond this number A'bra-ham did not dare to go, but was content with the Lord's assurance that the city would not be destroyed if there could be found only ten who were righteous.
In spite of the heroic efforts of A'bra-ham to save the city, not even ten righteous people could be found, and the judgment of God was duly carried out.
The two Angels who had left A'bra-ham and the Lord in conversation went on into the city of Sod'om, walking through the city on a tour of observation, and trying to find at least ten good men and women. Instead of finding the good people whose presence would have saved the city from destruction, the Angels were forced to look upon the worst forms of wickedness and vice. No matter where they looked, they could find nothing but pride, luxury, and self-indulgence; everywhere the people gave themselves up to worldly pleasures and disgraceful conduct of the worst kind. Finally they came to the house of Lot and found him sitting at the gate of Sod'om, where he acted as a magistrate. True to the training which he had received from his uncle A'bra-ham, and mindful of the customs of hospitality, Lot rose up and greeted the strangers courteously. He welcomed them to his home, treated them with kindness, and made them a feast.
Having finished their mission to A'bra-ham and his wife, the three Angelic visitors started on the journey to Sod'om, accompanied for part of the way by A'bra-ham. Presently the leader of the group lingered in conversation with A'bra-ham, while the others continued the march towards Sod'om. The latter two Angels had been sent to Sod'om to announce its approaching destruction under the judgment of God. Remembering the faith of A'bra-ham and his kindly interest in Lot and his family, the Lord said "Shall I hide from A'bra-ham what I am going to do?" So close had been the relation between God and A'bra-ham that he was called "the friend of God." To such a friend the Lord was willing to reveal His purpose concerning the overthrow of a city in which there flourished the worst forms of immorality known in the history of the world.
The Lord therefore took His friend into full confidence, telling him that the time of judgment had come, and that the sins of Sod'om must be punished. A'bra-ham then offered an earnest prayer in the hope of sparing Sod'om. He said to the Lord: "If there can be found as many as fifty righteous people in the city, wilt thou spare it for the sake of these fifty?"
When the Lord agreed to spare the city if fifty righteous people could be found there, A'bra-ham pleaded: "Peradventure there shall lack five of the fifty righteous: wilt thou destroy all the city for lack of five?" After the Lord agreed to this condition A'bra-ham succeeded in having the required number of righteous people reduced, first to forty, then to thirty, then to twenty, and finally to ten. Beyond this number A'bra-ham did not dare to go, but was content with the Lord's assurance that the city would not be destroyed if there could be found only ten who were righteous.
In spite of the heroic efforts of A'bra-ham to save the city, not even ten righteous people could be found, and the judgment of God was duly carried out.
The two Angels who had left A'bra-ham and the Lord in conversation went on into the city of Sod'om, walking through the city on a tour of observation, and trying to find at least ten good men and women. Instead of finding the good people whose presence would have saved the city from destruction, the Angels were forced to look upon the worst forms of wickedness and vice. No matter where they looked, they could find nothing but pride, luxury, and self-indulgence; everywhere the people gave themselves up to worldly pleasures and disgraceful conduct of the worst kind. Finally they came to the house of Lot and found him sitting at the gate of Sod'om, where he acted as a magistrate. True to the training which he had received from his uncle A'bra-ham, and mindful of the customs of hospitality, Lot rose up and greeted the strangers courteously. He welcomed them to his home, treated them with kindness, and made them a feast.
Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Story 11: Ish'ma-el's Birth And The Visit Of Angels To Ab'ram lll
Soon after this third renewal of the Covenant with God, A'bra-ham was sitting at the door of his tent in true Oriental fashion, resting from the heat of the day; ready to greet any passing traveler, and to invite strangers of respectable appearance to pause and share a meal with him. When three men of striking countenance and superior bearing approached the tent, A'bra-ham hastened to meet them, bowed courteously and invited them to tarry with him for dinner. His urgent invitation was accepted, and a bounteous meal was prepared for them by Sa'rah.
The courteous behavior of A'bra-ham toward these strangers, his humble bearing toward persons whose superiority evidently impressed him, his gracious hospitality , and the reverent manner in which he listened to them, all gave proof of his lovable and deeply religious nature. With noble humility he claimed no merit for his kindly service, with true courtesy and forethought he made the distinguished guests feel at ease in his home, and in a deeply religious spirit he thanked the Lord for this opportunity of doing a good deed.
At this time A'bra-ham did not know that the three passing strangers were Heavenly messengers. One of them appears to have been the Lord in the form of a man, probably the "Angel Je-ho'vah," which was a name for the Lord in His earthly appearances during ancient times. This leader of the group talked freely with A'bra-ham, speaking with him further about God's promise to send the promised heir to him and Sa'rah.
When Sa'rah overheard the words of the Heavenly guest concerning the promise of God that she should become the mother of a son, though advanced in age and greatly lessened in strength, Sa'rah simply could not believe what she heard. She burst into laughter, not from a spirit of wickedness or impiety, but from sheer astonishment. Such a happening was so contrary to the usual laws of nature that she could not see how it could take place.
The time had come when Sa'rah should become a party to the Covenant of God, and this may have been the reason for the Angelic visitor to speak as he did where Sa'rah could overhear the conversation. She must be told of the miracle that was soon to take place in her life, and her doubts must be overcome. It was not enough that she be told of the miracle by her husband; God Himself must make known to her the wonderful prospects, and her unbelief and fear must be overcome by a message direct from the Heavens,
In range of Sa'rah's hearing, and especially for her benefit, the Angel of the Lord therefore said to A'bra-ham: "Is anything too hard for the Lord?" In such words he called attention to the Almighty God with whom all things are possible, and Sa'rah's doubts and fears were transformed into victorious faith.
In later history Sa'rah was praised as a model for womanly virtue and subjection. Her name appears in the notable list of the heroes and heroines of faith. She found favor with God, and all her unbelief was removed from her faithful heart. In due time the promised son was born, and Sa'rah became the mother of Is'ra-el, and of kings, princes, and nations.
The courteous behavior of A'bra-ham toward these strangers, his humble bearing toward persons whose superiority evidently impressed him, his gracious hospitality , and the reverent manner in which he listened to them, all gave proof of his lovable and deeply religious nature. With noble humility he claimed no merit for his kindly service, with true courtesy and forethought he made the distinguished guests feel at ease in his home, and in a deeply religious spirit he thanked the Lord for this opportunity of doing a good deed.
At this time A'bra-ham did not know that the three passing strangers were Heavenly messengers. One of them appears to have been the Lord in the form of a man, probably the "Angel Je-ho'vah," which was a name for the Lord in His earthly appearances during ancient times. This leader of the group talked freely with A'bra-ham, speaking with him further about God's promise to send the promised heir to him and Sa'rah.
When Sa'rah overheard the words of the Heavenly guest concerning the promise of God that she should become the mother of a son, though advanced in age and greatly lessened in strength, Sa'rah simply could not believe what she heard. She burst into laughter, not from a spirit of wickedness or impiety, but from sheer astonishment. Such a happening was so contrary to the usual laws of nature that she could not see how it could take place.
The time had come when Sa'rah should become a party to the Covenant of God, and this may have been the reason for the Angelic visitor to speak as he did where Sa'rah could overhear the conversation. She must be told of the miracle that was soon to take place in her life, and her doubts must be overcome. It was not enough that she be told of the miracle by her husband; God Himself must make known to her the wonderful prospects, and her unbelief and fear must be overcome by a message direct from the Heavens,
In range of Sa'rah's hearing, and especially for her benefit, the Angel of the Lord therefore said to A'bra-ham: "Is anything too hard for the Lord?" In such words he called attention to the Almighty God with whom all things are possible, and Sa'rah's doubts and fears were transformed into victorious faith.
In later history Sa'rah was praised as a model for womanly virtue and subjection. Her name appears in the notable list of the heroes and heroines of faith. She found favor with God, and all her unbelief was removed from her faithful heart. In due time the promised son was born, and Sa'rah became the mother of Is'ra-el, and of kings, princes, and nations.
Saturday, March 12, 2016
Story 11: Ish'ma-el's Birth And The Visit Of Angels To Ab'ram ll
The visit of the angel was seen by Ha'gar as a special providence of God, and she accepted his message as the voice of God. She believed all that he told her, and the place where the angel appeared to her was afterwards called: " The well of the living one who sees me."
Ha'gar returned to the home of Ab'ram, and hereafter showed proper respect for Sa'rai. In due time she gave birth to a son, whom she named Ish'ma-el as commanded by the Heavenly messenger. From Ish'ma-el there descended a people who became noted for their numbers and strength, and whom we shall learn more in later chapters. Thus did God permit an alien in the house of faith to rise from the lowly place of a bondservant. As a wife of the man whose name was soon changed to mean "father of a multitude," she had a part in founding one of the largest groups of the human family.
For thirteen years after the birth of Ish'ma-el Ha'gar remains in Ab'ram's home, caring for her son, and helping her mistress Sa'rai. They were filled with doubts and fears for Ab'ram and Sa'rai, but they remained faithful to God; making no further effort to interfere with God's fulfillment of the promise for a son of their very own. God then appears to His servant, talks with him face to face, and again assures him that Sar'ai shall give birth to a son who shall be the true heir to the promised heritage of Canaan. The Covenant was renewed and enlarged, with the rite of circumcision prescribed for Ab'ram and all male children descending from him. His name was changed from Ab'ram to A'bra-ham, which means "father of a multitude." The name of his wife Sa'rai was changed to Sa'rah, which means "princess."
Ha'gar returned to the home of Ab'ram, and hereafter showed proper respect for Sa'rai. In due time she gave birth to a son, whom she named Ish'ma-el as commanded by the Heavenly messenger. From Ish'ma-el there descended a people who became noted for their numbers and strength, and whom we shall learn more in later chapters. Thus did God permit an alien in the house of faith to rise from the lowly place of a bondservant. As a wife of the man whose name was soon changed to mean "father of a multitude," she had a part in founding one of the largest groups of the human family.
For thirteen years after the birth of Ish'ma-el Ha'gar remains in Ab'ram's home, caring for her son, and helping her mistress Sa'rai. They were filled with doubts and fears for Ab'ram and Sa'rai, but they remained faithful to God; making no further effort to interfere with God's fulfillment of the promise for a son of their very own. God then appears to His servant, talks with him face to face, and again assures him that Sar'ai shall give birth to a son who shall be the true heir to the promised heritage of Canaan. The Covenant was renewed and enlarged, with the rite of circumcision prescribed for Ab'ram and all male children descending from him. His name was changed from Ab'ram to A'bra-ham, which means "father of a multitude." The name of his wife Sa'rai was changed to Sa'rah, which means "princess."
Friday, March 11, 2016
Story 11: Ish'ma-el's Birth And The Visit Of Angels To Ab'ram l
As Ab'ram grew older without seeing the fulfillment of God's promise to give him a son he became very impatient, and was greatly disturbed by the thought of dying without leaving descendants. Instead of asking the will of God, as he had done before, Ab'ram talked the matter over with his wife Sa'rai, who was now well advanced in years beyond the usual period of childbearing, and who felt very deeply her disappointment in not having a son. Her heart, like that of Ab'ram, had grown sore with hope deferred. They did not doubt God, but instead of awaiting His appointed time and way they sought means of their own for securing a son. They rebelled, not against God, but against a providence which seemed unbearable.
Ab'ram and Sa'rai then took advantage of a custom that was often used in their time. Men frequently had more than one wife, and wives taken after the first were known as concubines. It often happened that when a man and his wife had been childless for many years the wife herself would suggest that a concubine bear children for her, and this is what Sa'rai did. There was in the household an Egyptian woman named Ha'gar, who was Sa'rai's maid. At Sa'rai's request Ab'ram took her as a concubine, and she gave birth to a son whom they named Ish'ma-el.
In passing judgment upon this act of Ab'ram and Sa'rai, one should not be too severe. Their faith was great, but it wavered under the heavy trials placed upon it; in their human weakness Ab'ram and Sa'rai fell short of absolute perfection. They did not think it unwise or wrong to aid God in carrying out a promise which was impossible to fulfill in the usual course of nature, and therefore, did what seemed best under the circumstances. Their deed, however, brought great unhappiness to their home, and resulted in trials that were even harder to bear.
By the raising of Ha'gar from a bondservant to the position of a wife, her relation to Ab'ram's family was greatly changed. Even before her son was born she became proud and self-satisfied, despising the very person who had made it possible for her rise. Sa'rai, who had suggested the entire matter, was now filled with envy for the honor which Ha'gar would soon enjoy as the mother of Ab'ram's son, and felt more keenly than ever the disappointment of her own childlessness. She complained bitterly to her husband, blaming him for her unhappiness. Ab'ram refused to quarrel with her, merely telling her to do as she wished with Ha'gar. The jealousy between Sa'rai and Ha'gar increased day by day, and Sa'rai began to treat her former maid harshly, no doubt making life miserable for the entire household.
At last Ha'gar decided to flee into the wilderness rather than endure the ill treatment of Sa'rai. Forgetting that she had been chosen to bear a son for Ab'ram, Ha'gar fled from the unhappy home and started back toward her native land. As she stopped by a fountain of water on the roadside an angel of God appeared to her, addressing her by name and asking why she was there, and where she was going. These questions were not merely to learn what the angel already knew, but to show God's care for Ha'gar and His interest in the solving of her problems. When Ha'gar told the angel of her wish to escape from Sa'rai, she was ordered to return to Ab'ram's home and do whatever Sa'rai commanded her. She was also told that God knew all about her troubles, and would protect and prosper her. The angel told her that she would bear a son who is called Ish'ma-el, meaning "God hath heard." He was to be strong and fierce, the founder of a tribe that no one could overcome.
Ab'ram and Sa'rai then took advantage of a custom that was often used in their time. Men frequently had more than one wife, and wives taken after the first were known as concubines. It often happened that when a man and his wife had been childless for many years the wife herself would suggest that a concubine bear children for her, and this is what Sa'rai did. There was in the household an Egyptian woman named Ha'gar, who was Sa'rai's maid. At Sa'rai's request Ab'ram took her as a concubine, and she gave birth to a son whom they named Ish'ma-el.
In passing judgment upon this act of Ab'ram and Sa'rai, one should not be too severe. Their faith was great, but it wavered under the heavy trials placed upon it; in their human weakness Ab'ram and Sa'rai fell short of absolute perfection. They did not think it unwise or wrong to aid God in carrying out a promise which was impossible to fulfill in the usual course of nature, and therefore, did what seemed best under the circumstances. Their deed, however, brought great unhappiness to their home, and resulted in trials that were even harder to bear.
By the raising of Ha'gar from a bondservant to the position of a wife, her relation to Ab'ram's family was greatly changed. Even before her son was born she became proud and self-satisfied, despising the very person who had made it possible for her rise. Sa'rai, who had suggested the entire matter, was now filled with envy for the honor which Ha'gar would soon enjoy as the mother of Ab'ram's son, and felt more keenly than ever the disappointment of her own childlessness. She complained bitterly to her husband, blaming him for her unhappiness. Ab'ram refused to quarrel with her, merely telling her to do as she wished with Ha'gar. The jealousy between Sa'rai and Ha'gar increased day by day, and Sa'rai began to treat her former maid harshly, no doubt making life miserable for the entire household.
At last Ha'gar decided to flee into the wilderness rather than endure the ill treatment of Sa'rai. Forgetting that she had been chosen to bear a son for Ab'ram, Ha'gar fled from the unhappy home and started back toward her native land. As she stopped by a fountain of water on the roadside an angel of God appeared to her, addressing her by name and asking why she was there, and where she was going. These questions were not merely to learn what the angel already knew, but to show God's care for Ha'gar and His interest in the solving of her problems. When Ha'gar told the angel of her wish to escape from Sa'rai, she was ordered to return to Ab'ram's home and do whatever Sa'rai commanded her. She was also told that God knew all about her troubles, and would protect and prosper her. The angel told her that she would bear a son who is called Ish'ma-el, meaning "God hath heard." He was to be strong and fierce, the founder of a tribe that no one could overcome.
Thursday, March 10, 2016
Story 10: God's Wonderful Promise To Ab'ram ll
Although Ab'ram and his wife had reached so great an age that it seemed impossible for God to perform the miracle of giving them a son, Ab'ram did not lose hope. Believing with all his heart that God would do what seemed to be impossible in order to keep His promise, Ab'ram accepted the word of God without question. His faith rose into heroic vigor, and for it he was accounted righteous before the Lord.
The Lord took Ab'ram into full confidence concerning the future of his offspring; in symbolic language He revealed the future slavery of the children of Is'ra-el in E'gypt, their return to the land of Canaan, and their growth into the great nation through which the Sav'ior should be given to the world. All the promises which God had given before were now summarized and made binding in a Holy Covenant. Included in this Covenant were the following promises: the gift of a son, the future greatness of the people descended from him, and final possession of the promised land. In return for these blessings Ab'ram promised to serve God faithfully for all his days upon earth. Of Ab'ram in that hour it may be said:
"Majesty, combined with meekness,
righteousness and peace unite,
To ensure those blessed conquests,
his possession and full right;
ride triumphant,
decked in robes of purest light."
The Lord took Ab'ram into full confidence concerning the future of his offspring; in symbolic language He revealed the future slavery of the children of Is'ra-el in E'gypt, their return to the land of Canaan, and their growth into the great nation through which the Sav'ior should be given to the world. All the promises which God had given before were now summarized and made binding in a Holy Covenant. Included in this Covenant were the following promises: the gift of a son, the future greatness of the people descended from him, and final possession of the promised land. In return for these blessings Ab'ram promised to serve God faithfully for all his days upon earth. Of Ab'ram in that hour it may be said:
"Majesty, combined with meekness,
righteousness and peace unite,
To ensure those blessed conquests,
his possession and full right;
ride triumphant,
decked in robes of purest light."
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