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Then Jacob made a vow, saying, “If God will be with me and will watch over me on this journey I am taking and will give me food to eat and clothes to.
In Genesis 28:22 Jacob makes a vow including a promise to give God a tenth (tithe) of whatever God gives to Jacob. Earlier we see Abraham give his tenth to the high priest of Salem, Melchizedek. And later, of course, a tithe is given to the Levites.
Genesis 28:18-22 (WEB) Besides Abram’s example, this is the only other place where we see tithing mentioned before the Law of Moses was instituted for Israel. Just as Abram’s example is never used as a basis for tithing in the Bible, neither is Jacob’s example used to justify tithing.
Feb 21, 2024 · Jacob makes a vow to God after his vision of the ladder reaching to heaven in Genesis 28:20-22. This episode occurs as Jacob is fleeing from his brother Esau and is on his way to Haran. He dreams of angels ascending and descending a ladder and receives a promise from God. Jacob vows to follow God under certain conditions in response.
Mar 18, 2024 · Like his grandfather Abraham, Jacob demonstrates the true nature of tithing in Genesis 28:22 when he claims he will give a tenth of everything to God, if God will but keep him safe. It may sound like he’s bargaining with God, but in reality, Jacob is showing his appreciation for God’s protection.
28:20-22 Jacob made a solemn vow on this occasion. In this observe, 1. Jacob's faith. He trusts that God will be with him, and will keep him; he depends upon it. 2. Jacob's moderation in his desires. He asks not for soft clothing and dainty meat.
Jacob's dream signifies God's everlasting promise and the eternal link between heaven and earth. In our modern lives, we should embody Jacob's reverence, obedience, and dedication, and remember that the house of God is not a physical entity but can be found wherever we feel the divine presence.
