And she bare him Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah.
She gave birth to six sons for him: Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah.
This verse lists the six sons that Keturah bore to Abraham after Sarah's death.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, after the death of his first wife Sarah, Abraham married Keturah, and this verse lists the sons born from that union. These descendants represent the expansion of Abraham's family line, fulfilling God's promise to make him the father of many nations, though the primary covenant inheritance was designated to Isaac. This narrative highlights the broader scope of Abraham's legacy in the ancient Near Eastern context, where genealogies were crucial for establishing tribal identities and alliances.
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