Hebrews 11:17

By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac: and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son,

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Other Translations for Hebrews 11:17

BSB
By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac on the altar. He who had received the promises was ready to offer his one and only son,
AKJV
By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac: and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son,
CPDV
By faith, Abraham, when he was tested, offered Isaac, so that he who had received the promises was offering up his only son.
ERV
By faith Abraham, being tried, offered up Isaac: yea, he that had gladly received the promises was offering up his only begotten son;
NHEB
By faith, Abraham, being tested, offered up Isaac; and he who had gladly received the promises was offering up his one and only son;
SMT
By faith Abraham had brought near Isaac, being tried: and he having received the promises brought near the only born,

Commentary for Hebrews 11:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Hebrews 11:17
Summary
Abraham sacrificed beloved son through covenant loyalty
Place
Mount Moriah
Event
Abraham offers Isaac
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Narrative