Genesis 22:18
“And in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed; because thou hast obeyed my voice.”
King James Version
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In thy seed shall all nations be blessed — the promise Paul reads as singular: 'thy seed, which is Christ' (Galatians 3:16).
Fulfillment References
Galatians 3:16 Acts 3:25 Matthew 1:1
Archaeological & Historical Evidence
Mount Moriah is identified with the Temple Mount in Jerusalem (2 Chr 3:1). The Binding of Isaac (Aqedah) is one of the most analyzed typological narratives in biblical scholarship.
How Traditions Read This Prophecy
Apostolic (Oneness) PentecostalJesus, the seed of Abraham, brings blessing to all nations through the gospel.
JewishThe Aqedah (binding of Isaac) is the supreme act of faithfulness; the blessing comes through Abraham's seed = Israel.
CatholicPaul argues 'seed' is singular, referring to Christ (Gal 3:16).
ProtestantThe typology — father offering only son on Mount Moriah — foreshadows the cross.
AcademicAqedah is a founding narrative; Paul's singular 'seed' argument is a novel interpretive move.
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