went on his journeys - His progress would be by slow marches and frequent encampments as Abram had to regulate his movements by the prospect of water and pasturage.
unto the place ... between Beth-el and Hai - “a conspicuous hill - its topmost summit resting on the rocky slopes below, and distinguished by its olive groves - offering a natural base for the altar and a fitting shade for the tent of the patriarch” [Stanely].