Abram without Sarai (Genesis 12:1–4a; John 3:1–17)
What we know about Sarai is what she lacks. This week’s reading lacks her.
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The Holy One summons Abram. This provides a crucial puzzle piece for the backstory of the Hebrew Bible.
