Biblical commentators have variously interpreted the meanings of biblical texts in order to meet evolving social and religious needs of the Jewish community. In trying to explain biblical narratives of sex and/or violence, commentators unconsciously defend themselves against murderous, rebellious feelings against father/God. This article illustrates how commentators have defended an idealized image of the patriarch Abraham. In order to save his own life, Abraham turned his wife Sarah over to the Pharaoh who then compensated Abraham with great wealth. Commentators have censored the manifest meaning of this narrative to make it appear that God prevented Pharaoh from having sex with Sarah. Other defensive commentaries have addressed Abraham's readiness to sacrifice his son Isaac, and Jephthah's actual sacrifice of his daughter.