The story of Abraham
Abraham is a biblical figure who is considered the father of the Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths. According to the book of Genesis, Abraham was born in the city of Ur in Mesopotamia and was called by God to leave his home and travel to a new land. Abraham obeyed God's call and became the founder of the Hebrew people. Abraham is best known for his unwavering faith in God, even in the face of great challenges and trials. He is remembered for his willingness to sacrifice his own son, Isaac, at God's command, and for his continued obedience to God throughout his life. In recognition of his faith, God made a covenant with Abraham, promising to make his descendants into a great nation and to bless all the nations of the world through them. This covenant is considered to be the foundation of the Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths, and it continues to shape the religious and cultural heritage of many people around the world. The exact date of Abraham's birth and death is not specified in the Bible, but he is believed to have lived sometime between the 19th and 16th centuries BCE. He is said to have died at the age of 175. Despite his relatively brief appearance in the biblical narrative, Abraham continues to be an important figure in the religious and cultural heritage of many people around the world, and his legacy continues to shape the way that people understand the nature of faith, obedience, and the relationship between God and humanity.
Name meaning
Father of many
Name origin
Hebrew
Role
Prophet, patriarch
First mention
Genesis 17:5
Appearances in the Bible
230 mentions