Now these are the generations of Terah: Terah begat Abram, Nahor, and Haran; and Haran begat Lot.
This is the family history of Terah: Terah had three sons, Abram, Nahor, and Haran. Haran had a son named Lot.
This verse introduces us to Terah's family line, including his son Abram (who would later become Abraham) and his grandson Lot.
📚 Historical Context
Genesis 11:27 is part of the genealogical records in the Bible that trace the descendants from Noah's sons after the Flood, serving as a bridge from the early stories of humanity to the patriarchs. It introduces Terah and his sons, including Abram, who would become Abraham, highlighting the lineage through which God would establish His covenant with Israel. This verse fits into the broader narrative of God's plan to call a specific family out of a pagan world to fulfill His promises.
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