1 Chronicles 1:27
New International Version
and Abram (that is, Abraham).

New Living Translation
and Abram, later known as Abraham.

English Standard Version
Abram, that is, Abraham.

Berean Standard Bible
and Abram (that is, Abraham).

King James Bible
Abram; the same is Abraham.

New King James Version
and Abram, who is Abraham.

New American Standard Bible
and Abram, that is Abraham.

NASB 1995
Abram, that is Abraham.

NASB 1977
Abram, that is Abraham.

Legacy Standard Bible
Abram, that is Abraham.

Amplified Bible
Abram, the same as Abraham.

Christian Standard Bible
and Abram (that is, Abraham).

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and Abram (that is, Abraham).

American Standard Version
Abram (the same is Abraham).

English Revised Version
Abram (the same is Abraham).

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Abram (that is, Abraham).

Good News Translation
and Abram (also known as Abraham).

International Standard Version
who fathered Abram—that is, Abraham.

Majority Standard Bible
and Abram (that is, Abraham).

NET Bible
Abram (that is, Abraham).

New Heart English Bible
Abram (that is, Abraham).

Webster's Bible Translation
Abram; the same is Abraham.

World English Bible
Abram (also called Abraham).
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Abram—he [is] Abraham.

Young's Literal Translation
Abram -- he is Abraham.

Smith's Literal Translation
Abram: he is Abraham,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Abram, this is Abraham.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Abram, the same is Abraham.

New American Bible
Abram, that is, Abraham.

New Revised Standard Version
Abram, that is, Abraham.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Abram; the same is Abraham.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Abram who is Abraham.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Abram--the same is Abraham.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Abraam.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
From Adam to Abraham
26Serug, Nahor, Terah, 27and Abram (that is, Abraham).

Cross References
Genesis 21:2-3
So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised. / And Abraham gave the name Isaac to the son Sarah bore to him.

Genesis 17:19
But God replied, “Your wife Sarah will indeed bear you a son, and you are to name him Isaac. I will establish My covenant with him as an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him.

Genesis 25:19
This is the account of Abraham’s son Isaac. Abraham became the father of Isaac,

Genesis 26:3-4
Stay in this land as a foreigner, and I will be with you and bless you. For I will give all these lands to you and your offspring, and I will confirm the oath that I swore to your father Abraham. / I will make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky, and I will give them all these lands, and through your offspring all nations of the earth will be blessed,

Genesis 28:13-14
And there at the top the LORD was standing and saying, “I am the LORD, the God of your father Abraham and the God of Isaac. I will give you and your descendants the land on which you now lie. / Your descendants will be like the dust of the earth, and you will spread out to the west and east and north and south. All the families of the earth will be blessed through you and your offspring.

Genesis 35:11-12
And God told him, “I am God Almighty. Be fruitful and multiply. A nation—even a company of nations—shall come from you, and kings shall descend from you. / The land that I gave to Abraham and Isaac I will give to you, and I will give this land to your descendants after you.”

Genesis 46:1-4
So Israel set out with all that he had, and when he came to Beersheba, he offered sacrifices to the God of his father Isaac. / And that night God spoke to Israel in a vision: “Jacob, Jacob!” He said. “Here I am,” replied Jacob. / “I am God,” He said, “the God of your father. Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for I will make you into a great nation there. ...

Exodus 3:6
Then He said, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” At this, Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God.

Exodus 6:3
I appeared to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob as God Almighty, but by My name the LORD I did not make Myself known to them.

Romans 9:7-9
Nor because they are Abraham’s descendants are they all his children. On the contrary, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” / So it is not the children of the flesh who are God’s children, but it is the children of the promise who are regarded as offspring. / For this is what the promise stated: “At the appointed time I will return, and Sarah will have a son.”

Galatians 4:28
Now you, brothers, like Isaac, are children of promise.

Hebrews 11:18
even though God had said to him, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.”

Matthew 1:2
Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.

Luke 3:34
the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor,

Acts 7:8
Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision, and Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. And Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs.


Treasury of Scripture

Abram; the same is Abraham.

Abram.

Genesis 11:27-32
Now these are the generations of Terah: Terah begat Abram, Nahor, and Haran; and Haran begat Lot…

Genesis 17:5
Neither shall thy name any more be called Abram, but thy name shall be Abraham; for a father of many nations have I made thee.

Joshua 24:2
And Joshua said unto all the people, Thus saith the LORD God of Israel, Your fathers dwelt on the other side of the flood in old time, even Terah, the father of Abraham, and the father of Nachor: and they served other gods.

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1 Chronicles 1
1. Adam's line to Noah.
5. The sons of Japheth.
8. The sons of Ham.
17. The sons of Shem.
24. Shem's line to Abraham.
29. Ishmael's sons.
32. The sons of Keturah.
34. The posterity of Abraham by Esau.
38. The sons of Seir.
43. The kings of Edom.
51. The dukes of Edom.














and Abram
Abram, later known as Abraham, is a central figure in the biblical narrative, first introduced in Genesis 11:26. He is a descendant of Shem, one of Noah's sons, and is part of the genealogical line that leads to the nation of Israel. Abram's story begins in Ur of the Chaldeans, a significant city in ancient Mesopotamia, known for its advanced culture and polytheistic religion. His call by God to leave his homeland marks a pivotal moment in biblical history, as it initiates the covenant relationship between God and Abram, which is foundational for the development of the Israelite nation. Abram's journey from Ur to Canaan is both a physical and spiritual journey, symbolizing faith and obedience to God's promises.

(that is, Abraham)
The name change from Abram to Abraham is significant and occurs in Genesis 17:5. "Abram" means "exalted father," while "Abraham" means "father of a multitude." This change signifies God's promise to make Abraham the father of many nations, a promise that is central to the Abrahamic covenant. This covenant includes the promise of land, descendants, and blessing, and is a key theme throughout the Old Testament. Abraham is also a type of Christ, as he is seen as a model of faith and obedience. In the New Testament, Abraham is frequently referenced as an example of faith (Romans 4:3, Hebrews 11:8-19), and his willingness to sacrifice Isaac is seen as a foreshadowing of God's sacrifice of His own Son, Jesus Christ. Abraham's life and faith journey are foundational for understanding God's redemptive plan throughout Scripture.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Abram/Abraham
Originally named Abram, God later changed his name to Abraham, meaning "father of many nations" (Genesis 17:5). He is a central figure in the Bible, known for his faith and obedience to God. Abraham is considered the patriarch of the Israelites, Ishmaelites, Edomites, and Midianites.

2. Genealogy of Shem
1 Chronicles 1:27 is part of the genealogical record tracing the descendants of Shem, one of Noah's sons. This genealogy establishes the lineage through which God’s covenant promises are fulfilled.

3. Covenant with God
Abraham is known for the covenant God made with him, promising him numerous descendants and the land of Canaan (Genesis 12, 15, 17).
Teaching Points
Faith and Obedience
Abraham's life exemplifies the importance of faith and obedience to God's call. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's promises, even when the path is unclear.

Identity in God
Just as Abram's name was changed to Abraham, reflecting his new identity and purpose, believers are given a new identity in Christ. Understanding and embracing this identity is crucial for spiritual growth.

God's Faithfulness
The genealogical record in 1 Chronicles underscores God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises across generations. Believers can trust in God's unwavering faithfulness in their own lives.

Legacy of Faith
Abraham's account reminds us of the impact of a life lived in faith. Believers are called to leave a legacy of faith for future generations.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and Abram
אַבְרָ֖ם (’aḇ·rām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 87: Abram -- 'exalted father', the original name of Abraham

(that is,
ה֥וּא (hū)
Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

Abraham).
אַבְרָהָֽם׃ (’aḇ·rā·hām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 85: Abraham -- 'exalted father', the father of the Jewish nation


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