The Lord Will

Genesis 18:6

β€œAnd Abraham hastened into the tent unto Sarah, and said, Make ready quickly three measures of fine meal, knead it, and make cakes upon the hearth.”

KJV

Read in Genesis 18

Meaning

Abraham goes quickly to Sarah and asks her to knead a substantial quantity of fine flour and make cakes for the guests.

Read carefully

The household roles described belong to this ancient narrative scene and should not be converted into a universal prescription for gender or domestic labor.

Reflection

The verse continues the motif of haste and abundance, emphasizing the seriousness with which Abraham receives the visitors.