Genesis 21:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And also of the son of the bondwoman will I make a nation, because he is thy seed.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I will also make the slave woman's son into a great nation, because he is your descendant.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is promising that Ishmael, Abraham's son through Hagar, will also become the father of a great nation because he carries Abraham's bloodline.

📚 Historical Context

This promise was given to Abraham regarding his son Ishmael, born to Sarah's Egyptian servant Hagar. After Isaac was born to Sarah, tension arose in the household, leading to Hagar and Ishmael being sent away. God assured Abraham that both sons would be blessed - Isaac would carry the covenant promise, while Ishmael would also become a great nation.

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