13 Then a fugitive came and told Abram the Hebrew . Now he was living by the oaks of Mamre the Amorite , brother of Eshcol and brother of Aner , and these were allies e with Abram . 14 When Abram heard that his relative had been taken captive , he led out his trained men , born in his house , three hundred and eighteen e , and went in pursuit as far as Dan . 15 He divided his forces against them by night , he and his servants , and defeated them, and pursued them as far as Hobah , which is north of Damascus . 16 He brought back all the goods , and also brought back his relative Lot with his possessions , and also the women , and the people .
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Genesis 14:13-16
Commentary on Genesis 14:13-16
(Read Genesis 14:13-16)
Abram takes this opportunity to give a real proof of his being truly friendly to Lot. We ought to be ready to succour those in distress, especially relations and friends. And though others may have been wanting in their duty to us, yet we must not neglect our duty to them. Abram rescued the captives. As we have opportunity, we must do good to all.