CCC 2571

Because Abraham believed in God and walked in his presence and in covenant with him,¹⁰ Cf. Gen 15:6; 17:1 f. The patriarch is ready to welcome a mysterious Guest into his tent. Abraham's remarkable hospitality at Mamre foreshadows the annunciation of the true Son of the promise.¹¹ Cf. Gen 18:1-15; Lk 1:26-38. After that, once God had confided his plan, Abraham's heart is attuned to his Lord's compassion for men and he dares to intercede for them with bold confidence.¹² Cf. 18:16-33.