1 Chronicles 1:28
1 Chronicles 1:28 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Abraham were Isaac and Ishmael.
The sons of Abraham; Isaac, and Ishmael.
The sons of Abraham: Isaac, and Ishmael.
The sons of Abraham: Isaac and Ishmael.
The sons of Abraham: Isaac and Ishmael.
The sonnes of Abraham were Izhak, and Ishmael.
Sons of Abraham: Isaac and Ishmael.
The sons of Abraham: Isaac and Ishmael.
The sons of Abraham; Isaac, and Ishmael.
And the sons of Abraham, Isaac and Ismahel.
Abraham’s sons were Isaac and Ishmael.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 1:28
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1 Chronicles 1:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵי֙
אַבְרָהָ֔ם
יִצְחָ֖ק
וְ/יִשְׁמָעֵֽאל
בְּנֵי֙
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
אַבְרָהָ֔ם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
Abraham
N-proper
יִצְחָ֖ק
Yitschâq
H3327
Isaac
N-proper
וְ/יִשְׁמָעֵֽאל
Yishmâʻêʼl
H3458
Ishmael
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 1:28
בְּנֵי֙
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אַבְרָהָ֔ם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
"Abraham"
N-proper
Abraham was a key figure in the Bible, the later name of Abram, and father of many children, including Ishmael and Isaac. He is first mentioned in Genesis 11:26 and his story is told throughout the book of Genesis. Abraham's life and faith are still studied today.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.11.26; son of: Terah (H8646); brother of: Nahor (H5152H), Haran (H2039) and Sarah (H8283); married to Sarah (H8283), Hagar (H1904) and Keturah (H6989); father of: Ishmael (H3458), Isaac (H3327), Zimran (H2175), Jokshan (H3370), Medan (H4091), Midian (H4080), Ishbak (H3435) and Shuah (H7744); also called Abram at Gen.11.26--17.5; 2x § Abraham = "father of a multitude" or "chief of multitude" friend of God and founder of Hebrew nation via God's elective covenant
Usage: Occurs in 159 OT verses. KJV: Abraham. See also: Genesis 17:5; Genesis 24:9; Psalms 47:10.
יִצְחָ֖ק
Yitschâq
H3327
"Isaac"
N-proper
Isaac, son of Abraham and Sarah, means 'he laughs' and is the father of Esau and Israel. He is first mentioned in Genesis 17:19. Isaac is a key figure in the Bible, playing a role in the patriarchal stories.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.17.19; son of: Abraham (H0085) and Sarah (H8283); half-brother of: Ishmael (H3458), Zimran (H2175), Jokshan (H3370), Medan (H4091), Midian (H4080), Ishbak (H3435) and Shuah (H7744); married to Rebekah (H7259); father of: Esau (H6215) and Israel (H3478) § Isaac = "he laughs" son of Abraham by Sarah his wife and father of Jacob and Esau
Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: Isaac. Compare H3446 (יִשְׂחָק). See also: Genesis 17:19; Genesis 27:30; 2 Chronicles 30:6.
וְ/יִשְׁמָעֵֽאל
Yishmâʻêʼl
H3458
"Ishmael"
Conj | N-proper
Ishmael means God will hear, and refers to Abraham's son with Hagar, as well as several other Israelites. He is mentioned in Genesis and Ezra. Ishmael is considered the progenitor of the Arabian peoples.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.22 § Ishmael = "God will hear" 1) son of Abraham and Sarah's handmaid Hagar and the progenitor of the Arabian peoples 2) son of Nethaniah and the murderer of Gedaliah 3) a Benjamite, one of the sons of Azel a descendant of Saul through Meribbaal or Mephibosheth 4) a Judaite, father of Zebadiah 5) a Judaite, son of Johanan and one of the captains who aided Jehoiada in restoring Joash to the throne 6) a priest of the family of Pashur with a foreign wife whom he was forced to put away by Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: Ishmael. See also: Genesis 16:11; 2 Chronicles 19:11; Jeremiah 40:8.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 1:28
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Context — The Descendants of Abraham
26Serug, Nahor, Terah,
27and Abram (that is, Abraham).
28The sons of Abraham were Isaac and Ishmael.
29These are their genealogies: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, 30Mishma, Dumah, Massa, Hadad, Tema,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 17:19–21 | But God replied, “Your wife Sarah will indeed bear you a son, and you are to name him Isaac. I will establish My covenant with him as an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him. As for Ishmael, I have heard you, and I will surely bless him; I will make him fruitful and multiply him greatly. He will become the father of twelve rulers, and I will make him into a great nation. But I will establish My covenant with Isaac, whom Sarah will bear to you at this time next year.” |
| 2 | Genesis 21:2–5 | So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised. And Abraham gave the name Isaac to the son Sarah bore to him. When his son Isaac was eight days old, Abraham circumcised him, as God had commanded him. Abraham was a hundred years old when his son Isaac was born to him. |
| 3 | Genesis 21:9–10 | But Sarah saw that the son whom Hagar the Egyptian had borne to Abraham was mocking her son, and she said to Abraham, “Expel the slave woman and her son, for the slave woman’s son will never share in the inheritance with my son Isaac!” |
| 4 | Genesis 16:11–16 | The angel of the LORD proceeded: “Behold, you have conceived and will bear a son. And you shall name him Ishmael, for the LORD has heard your cry of affliction. He will be a wild donkey of a man, and his hand will be against everyone, and everyone’s hand against him; he will live in hostility toward all his brothers.” So Hagar gave this name to the LORD who had spoken to her: “You are the God who sees me, ” for she said, “Here I have seen the One who sees me!” Therefore the well was called Beer-lahai-roi. It is located between Kadesh and Bered. And Hagar bore Abram a son, and Abram gave the name Ishmael to the son she had borne. Abram was eighty-six years old when Hagar bore Ishmael to him. |
| 5 | Genesis 21:12 | But God said to Abraham, “Do not be distressed about the boy and your maidservant. Listen to everything that Sarah tells you, for through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned. |
1 Chronicles 1:28 Summary
[This verse tells us that Abraham had two sons, Isaac and Ishmael, who were born to him through different circumstances, as seen in Genesis 16:1-16 and Genesis 21:1-21. Isaac was the son of promise, born to Abraham and his wife Sarah, while Ishmael was born to Abraham and his servant Hagar. This verse reminds us that God is a God of faithfulness and mercy, who cares for all people, regardless of their background or circumstances (Genesis 12:1-3, Romans 9:6-9). As we reflect on this verse, we can learn valuable lessons about the importance of trusting in God's promises and being faithful to Him, just like Abraham was.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Isaac and Ishmael mentioned as the sons of Abraham in this verse?
Isaac and Ishmael are mentioned as the sons of Abraham because they are the two sons born to Abraham, as recorded in Genesis 16:15 and Genesis 21:3, and they play significant roles in the biblical narrative, with Isaac being the son of promise and Ishmael being the son of Abraham's fleshly effort.
What is the significance of Abraham having two sons?
Abraham having two sons, Isaac and Ishmael, represents the contrast between faith and flesh, as seen in Romans 9:6-9, where Paul explains that not all of Abraham's descendants are children of God, but only those who are born of the Spirit, like Isaac, who was the son of promise.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of the Bible?
This verse is part of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, as seen in Matthew 1:1-17, which traces the lineage of Jesus back to Abraham, highlighting God's faithfulness to His covenant promises, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3 and Galatians 3:6-9.
What can we learn from the fact that Ishmael is mentioned alongside Isaac in this verse?
The fact that Ishmael is mentioned alongside Isaac in this verse reminds us that God is a God of mercy and compassion, who cares for all people, regardless of their background or circumstances, as seen in Genesis 21:17-21, where God hears the cry of Ishmael and provides for him in the wilderness.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's character and His relationship with Abraham?
- How does the mention of Isaac and Ishmael together in this verse challenge or comfort me in my own faith journey?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of family and legacy in God's plan?
- How can I apply the lessons of Abraham's life, as seen in this verse, to my own life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 1:28
Ver. 28-34. The sons of Abraham,.... The famous and well known ancestor of the Jews; of Ishmael his firstborn, and his posterity; of his sons by Keturah; and of Isaac and his sons, an account is
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 1:28
Eber, Peleg, Reu, of the Arabs in the present day.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 1:28
Isaac and Ishmael - Isaac, though younger than Ishmael, is placed first, as the legitimate heir, since Sarah alone was Abraham’s true wife (compare the 1 Chronicles 1:36 note).
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 1:28
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Abraham - Only God Matters by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the weight and responsibility of preaching the word of God. He expresses the need for prayers and acknowledges the challenges and effort tha |
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(Genesis) Genesis 17:1-4 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Genesis 17, which is considered a significant chapter in the book of Genesis. God appears to Abraham for the fifth time to make a covenant w |
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(Genesis) Genesis 17:19-27 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Abraham and God's promise to him. God assures Abraham that he will have a son, Isaac, and that through him, a great nation will |
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(Genesis) Genesis 17:5-7 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher talks about the story of Abraham and how God made a covenant with him. He emphasizes that even though Abraham didn't have any children at the time, God |
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Genesis 22:2 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of Isaac as Abraham's most cherished possession, highlighting the long wait for God's promise of a son and the joy that followed Isaac's mir |
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Isaac and the Law of Life by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks preaches on the sevenfold law of life as seen in Romans 8:2, emphasizing that life works out in seven different ways when allowed to govern us, resulting in inevit |
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1 Kings 16-18 - Part 2 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Elijah and his encounter with King Ahab. He emphasizes the power of one person with God, using Elijah as an example. The preach |