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Ishbak

יִשְׁבָּק/ISH-bak/

He releases, or he will leave

Summary

A son of Abraham by his concubine Keturah.

Identity

Ishbak was one of the six sons born to Abraham by Keturah, whom Abraham married after Sarah's death. Like his brothers, Ishbak received gifts from Abraham and was sent away eastward, away from Isaac. His descendants likely settled in Arabia.

Key verses:Genesis 25:21 Chronicles 1:32

Related Verses2 mentions

Genesis· 1 verse

1 Chronicles· 1 verse

References

  1. 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Ishbak," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. IV (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).