Genesis 25:1-4

Genesis 25 :1 -4

Abraham had taken another wife, whose name was Keturah. She bore him Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak and Shuah.

— NIV

Context

Abraham's marriage to Keturah and the birth of additional sons, including the ancestor of the Midianites.

Genesis 25:1-4

Abraham’s sons through Keturah, including Midian—ancestor of the Midianites.

The Midianite Connection

Midian, fourth son of Keturah, became the ancestor of the Midianites. This connection to Abraham is significant: Moses would later marry into the Midianite family of Jethro, and through this marriage receive wisdom and counsel for leading Israel.

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