Key Events in Genesis: The Stories of Abraham

Flashcards summarizing key events and themes from the stories of Abraham in Genesis.

What did God promise Abram in Genesis 12?

God promised to make Abram into a great nation, bless him, and bless all families of the earth through him.

How old was Abram when he left Haran?

Abram was seventy-five years old when he left Haran.

What vision did God give Abram in Genesis 15?

God told Abram not to fear, promising that his reward would be exceedingly great.

What was the significance of counting the stars in God's covenant with Abram?

God used the stars to symbolize the multitude of Abram's descendants.

What was the covenant made by God in Genesis 15?

God promised Abram that his seed would inherit the land from the river of Egypt to the Euphrates.

Who was Hagar and what role did she play in Abram's family?

Hagar was Sarai's Egyptian handmaid, given to Abram to bear a child when Sarai could not.

What was Ishmael's destiny as foretold by the angel of the Lord?

Ishmael would be a wild donkey of a man; his hand would be against everyone.

What did Sarah laugh at when the Lord announced Isaac's birth?

Sarah laughed at the idea of giving birth in her old age.

How did God respond to Sarah’s disbelief about having a child?

God asked Abraham why Sarah laughed and affirmed that nothing is hidden from Him.

What did Abraham do when he was instructed to sacrifice Isaac?

Abraham obeyed God and prepared to sacrifice Isaac, but an angel stopped him before he could do it.

What substitution did God provide for Isaac during the sacrifice?

God provided a ram caught in a thicket as a substitute sacrifice for Isaac.