Genèse - Caput 14

Genèse 14.1 factum est autem in illo tempore ut Amrafel rex Sennaar et Arioch rex Ponti et Chodorlahomor rex Aelamitarum et Thadal rex Gentium Genèse 14.2 inirent bellum contra Bara regem Sodomorum et contra Bersa regem Gomorrae et contra Sennaab regem Adamae et contra Semeber regem Seboim contraque regem Balae ipsa est Segor Genèse 14.3 omnes hii convenerunt in vallem Silvestrem quae nunc est mare Salis Genèse 14.4 duodecim enim annis servierant Chodorlahomor et tertiodecimo anno recesserunt ab eo Genèse 14.5 igitur anno quartodecimo venit Chodorlahomor et reges qui erant cum eo percusseruntque Rafaim in Astharothcarnaim et Zuzim cum eis et Emim in Savecariathaim Genèse 14.6 et Chorreos in montibus Seir usque ad campestria Pharan quae est in solitudine Genèse 14.7 reversique sunt et venerunt ad fontem Mesfat ipsa est Cades et percusserunt omnem regionem Amalechitarum et Amorreum qui habitabat in Asasonthamar Genèse 14.8 et egressi sunt rex Sodomorum et rex Gomorrae rexque Adamae et rex Seboim necnon et rex Balae quae est Segor et direxerunt contra eos aciem in valle Silvestri Genèse 14.9 scilicet adversum Chodorlahomor regem Aelamitarum et Thadal regem Gentium et Amrafel regem Sennaar et Arioch regem Ponti quattuor reges adversus quinque Genèse 14.10 vallis autem Silvestris habebat puteos multos bituminis itaque rex Sodomorum et Gomorrae terga verterunt cecideruntque ibi et qui remanserant fugerunt ad montem Genèse 14.11 tulerunt autem omnem substantiam Sodomorum et Gomorrae et universa quae ad cibum pertinent et abierunt Genèse 14.12 necnon et Loth et substantiam eius filium fratris Abram qui habitabat in Sodomis Genèse 14.13 et ecce unus qui evaserat nuntiavit Abram Hebraeo qui habitabat in convalle Mambre Amorrei fratris Eschol et fratris Aner hii enim pepigerant foedus cum Abram Genèse 14.14 quod cum audisset Abram captum videlicet Loth fratrem suum numeravit expeditos vernaculos suos trecentos decem et octo et persecutus est eos usque Dan Genèse 14.15 et divisis sociis inruit super eos nocte percussitque eos et persecutus est usque Hoba quae est ad levam Damasci Genèse 14.16 reduxitque omnem substantiam et Loth fratrem suum cum substantia illius mulieres quoque et populum Genèse 14.17 egressus est autem rex Sodomorum in occursum eius postquam reversus est a caede Chodorlahomor et regum qui cum eo erant in valle Save quae est vallis Regis Genèse 14.18 at vero Melchisedech rex Salem proferens panem et vinum erat enim sacerdos Dei altissimi Genèse 14.19 benedixit ei et ait benedictus Abram Deo excelso qui creavit caelum et terram Genèse 14.20 et benedictus Deus excelsus quo protegente hostes in manibus tuis sunt et dedit ei decimas ex omnibus Genèse 14.21 dixit autem rex Sodomorum ad Abram da mihi animas cetera tolle tibi Genèse 14.22 qui respondit ei levo manum meam ad Dominum Deum excelsum possessorem caeli et terrae Genèse 14.23 quod a filo subteminis usque ad corrigiam caligae non accipiam ex omnibus quae tua sunt ne dicas ego ditavi Abram Genèse 14.24 exceptis his quae comederunt iuvenes et partibus virorum qui venerunt mecum Aner Eschol et Mambre isti accipient partes suas

Genèse : Caput 14

The Meeting of Abraham and Melchizedek in Genesis 14

Genesis chapter 14 is a powerful narrative that evokes both the first biblical war and the significant encounter between Abraham and Melchizedek. This passage illustrates how Abraham demonstrates courage and integrity in the face of conflict and tension.

The Rescue of Lot

This dynamic text describes Abraham's rescue of Lot, as well as his interactions with the king of Sodom and the mysterious priest-king of Salem. Through these events, the chapter explores profound themes such as family loyalty, generosity, and worship. A Theological Foreshadowing Genesis 14 also foreshadows important theological concepts that are essential to our faith. We invite you to examine five biblical passages that relate to the rich themes of this fascinating chapter.

Related Bible Passages

Hebrews 7:1-2: "This Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of the Most High God. He met Abraham as he returned from the victory over the kings and blessed him. Abraham gave him a tenth of everything. At first, his name means 'king of righteousness'; later, 'king of Salem' means 'king of peace'." This passage offers us insightful commentary on Abraham's encounter with Melchizedek and its spiritual significance.

1 Timothy 6:11: "But you, O man of God, flee from these things; pursue rather righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and gentleness." This exhortation reflects Abraham's attitude in Genesis 14, who refused to enrich himself with the spoils of war, choosing instead the path of righteousness.

Psalm 110:4: "The Lord has sworn and will not repent: 'You are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.'" This verse refers to Melchizedek in Genesis 14, prophetically linking him to the Messiah, thus emphasizing the importance of this figure in the divine plan.

James 2:23: "So the Scripture was fulfilled which says: 'Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him for righteousness,' and he was called the friend of God." Although this verse does not directly quote Genesis 14, it illustrates Abraham's faith, as demonstrated in this chapter.

Romans 12:18: "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live peaceably with everyone." This passage echoes Abraham's peaceful attitude during his interaction with the king of Sodom, revealing his desire for peace and reconciliation.

Conclusion

Abraham's encounter with Melchizedek in Genesis 14 offers us a profound reflection on faith, justice, and peace. Inspired by these biblical stories, we are called to live with courage and integrity, following Abraham's example in our own spiritual lives.