Abraham

Patriarch · Patriarchal

Father of the Jewish nation, called by God from Ur to Canaan. Known for extraordinary faith, including willingness to sacrifice Isaac.

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Key Locations

• Ur, Haran, Shechem, Hebron, Beersheba, Mount Moriah, Egypt

Key Events

• Called by God, Covenant established, Near-sacrifice of Isaac, Sodom intercession

Scripture References

Gen 12:1-9, Gen 15, Gen 17, Gen 18, Gen 21:1-7, Gen 22:1-19, Gen 23, Rom 4, Gal 3:6-9, Heb 11:8-19, Jas 2:21-23