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Abraham

Also known as: Abram

Old Testament Patriarchs

The father of faith, through whom God established His covenant people. Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac foreshadows God's sacrifice of His Son.

About Abraham

The father of the Jewish nation, called by God to leave his homeland and journey to Canaan. God made a covenant with Abraham, promising him descendants as numerous as the stars and a land for his people.

Biblical Significance

The father of faith, through whom God established His covenant people. Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac foreshadows God's sacrifice of His Son.

Quick Facts

Testament
Old Testament
Era
Patriarchs
Key Verses
5
Other Names
1

Family & Relationships

son
Isaac
wife
Sarah
father
Terah
nephew
Lot
concubine
Hagar
son by hagar
Ishmael

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