He slept with Hagar, and she conceived." (16:1-4a)Now this arrangement may seem rather immoral to you, but it was perfectly legal in Abraham's world. Sarah, still barren at the age of 65 has given up on childbirth. Now she decides to "obtain children" (KJV, NRSV) by her servant...
What did Abraham Lincoln do as a child? As a child, Lincoln worked on his family's farm to help provide for them. He did attend school when time permitted, but that was far and few between. He also found moments of fun to share with his big sister, Sarah.Create...
Genesis 17:15-19–God promises Isaac. Summary: God changes Sarai’s (Abraham’s wife) name to Sarah and promises that she will have a son, Isaac, in her old age. Isaac, God says, will carry out the “everlasting covenant.” Genesis 22–The Sacrifice of Isaac. Summary: God tests Abra...