The male head of a family or clan. In the OT the term conventionally and specifically refers to the key figures in the Genesis narrative, Abraham (
Gen 12-24), Isaac (
Gen 25-36), and Jacob (
Gen 25-36), who are reckoned as the progenitors and pioneers of biblical faith.
Gen 12-24
The Call of Abram
1Now the Lord said to Abram, “Go from your country and your kindred and your father's house to the land that I will show you.2I will make of y ... View more
Gen 25-36
Abraham Marries Keturah
1Abraham took another wife, whose name was Keturah.2She bore him Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah.3Jokshan was the fath ... View more
Gen 25-36
Abraham Marries Keturah
1Abraham took another wife, whose name was Keturah.2She bore him Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah.3Jokshan was the fath ... View more
