Old Testament Biblical Character

Abraham

Patriarch | Sojourner | Covenant Recipient | Father of Faith

Called by God to leave his homeland, Abraham journeyed into Canaan and learned to trust promises he could not yet see. His story reveals faith, worship, intercession, failure, patient waiting, and God's faithful covenant provision.

Former Name
Abram
Testament
Old Testament
Era
Patriarchal
Primary Narrative
Genesis 11-25

Profile Notes

About Abraham in the Bible

Abraham's story appears primarily in Genesis 11-25. The New Testament returns to his life repeatedly, especially in Romans 4, Galatians 3, Hebrews 11, and James 2. Scripture presents him as a covenant patriarch whose faith was counted as righteousness, while also honestly recording his fear, impatience, and need for God's grace.

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