The relationship between mother and son is a significant theme throughout the Bible, illustrating various aspects of familial love, responsibility, and divine purpose. This entry explores key biblical narratives and teachings that highlight the roles and interactions of mothers and their sons.

Eve and Cain/Abel (Genesis 4:1-2): Eve, the first woman and mother, bore Cain and Abel, marking the beginning of human procreation. Her relationship with her sons is foundational, as it introduces themes of sibling rivalry and the consequences of sin. Genesis 4:1-2 states, "Now Adam had relations with his wife Eve, and she conceived and gave birth to Cain. 'With the help of the LORD I have brought forth a man,' she said. Later she gave birth to Cain’s brother Abel."

Sarah and Isaac (Genesis 21:1-3): Sarah, the wife of Abraham, is a pivotal figure as the mother of Isaac, the child of promise. Her account emphasizes faith and the fulfillment of God's promises. Genesis 21:1-3 records, "Now the LORD attended to Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what He had promised. So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised."

Rebekah and Jacob/Esau (Genesis 25:21-28): Rebekah, the wife of Isaac, is the mother of twins Jacob and Esau. Her favoritism towards Jacob and the resulting family dynamics play a crucial role in the unfolding of God's covenantal plan. Genesis 25:28 notes, "Isaac loved Esau because he had a taste for wild game, but Rebekah loved Jacob."

Hannah and Samuel (1 Samuel 1:20-28): Hannah, a devout woman, prayed earnestly for a son and vowed to dedicate him to the Lord. Her son, Samuel, became a significant prophet and judge in Israel. 1 Samuel 1:27-28 states, "I prayed for this boy, and since the LORD has granted me what I asked of Him, I now dedicate the boy to the LORD. For as long as he lives, he is dedicated to the LORD."

Mary and Jesus (Luke 1:26-38; John 19:25-27): Mary, the mother of Jesus, holds a unique place as the mother of the Messiah. Her obedience and faith are exemplified in her acceptance of God's plan. Luke 1:38 records her response to the angel, "I am the Lord’s servant... May it happen to me according to your word." At the crucifixion, Jesus' care for His mother is evident as He entrusts her to the disciple John, saying, "Woman, here is your son" (John 19:26).

Naomi and Ruth/Obed (Ruth 4:13-17): Although not a biological mother-son relationship, Naomi's bond with her daughter-in-law Ruth and her grandson Obed is significant. Ruth's loyalty and Naomi's guidance lead to the birth of Obed, the grandfather of King David. Ruth 4:16-17 highlights, "Then Naomi took the child, placed him on her lap, and became a nurse to him. The neighbor women said, 'A son has been born to Naomi,' and they named him Obed."

Bathsheba and Solomon (1 Kings 1:11-31): Bathsheba, the mother of Solomon, played a crucial role in securing her son's succession to the throne of Israel. Her influence and advocacy are seen in her interactions with King David. 1 Kings 1:30 records David's promise, "Surely as I swore to you by the LORD, the God of Israel, saying, 'Your son Solomon will reign after me, and he will sit on my throne in my place,' I will indeed fulfill it this very day."

These narratives reflect the diverse and profound roles mothers play in the biblical account, shaping the destinies of their sons and, by extension, the unfolding of God's redemptive plan.John 19:26-27
When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he said to his mother, Woman, behold your son!
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2283. Thamar -- Tamar, an Israelite woman
... Indeclinable Transliteration: Thamar Phonetic Spelling: (tham'-ar) Short Definition:
Tamar Definition: Tamar, mother of Perez and Zerah by Judah, son of Jacob. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2283.htm - 6k2859. chathan -- make oneself a daughter's husband
... a daughter) away in marriage; hence (generally) to contract affinity by marriage --
join in affinity, father in law, make marriages, mother in law, son in law. ...
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4124. Moab -- a son of Lot,also his desc. and the territory where ...
... form of the prepositional prefix m- and 'ab; from (her (the mother's)) father; Moab,
an incestuous son of Lot; also his territory and descendants -- Moab. ...
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Jesus and his Mother.
... It would be intensely interesting to read the story of mother and son during
those years, but it has not been written for us. They ...
/.../miller/personal friendships of jesus/chapter ii jesus and his.htm

When Therefore the Faithful Mother of a Faithful Son Departed ...
... 7. When therefore the faithful mother of a faithful son departed desired
to have his? 7. When therefore the faithful mother of ...
/.../augustine/on care to be had for the dead /7 when therefore the faithful.htm

That the Most Sacred virgin Mother of God Died of Love for Her Son ...
... life but the life of my son, my life is wholly in his, and his wholly in mine; for
it was no longer union but unity of hearts between this mother and this son. ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter xiii that the most.htm

The Mother must not Take Food with Her Son. The Reason Stated.
... Homily XIII. Chapter IV."The Mother Must Not Take Food with Her Son. The
Reason Stated. As soon as my mother had enough of sleep ...
/.../unknown/the clementine homilies/chapter iv the mother must not.htm

His Mother Having Followed Him to Milan, Declares that She Will ...
... Book VI. Chapter I."His Mother Having Followed Him to Milan, Declares that She Will
Not Die Before Her Son Shall Have Embraced the Catholic Faith. ...
/.../the confessions and letters of st/chapter i his mother having followed.htm

Come Rest, and be Still in the Bosom of Thy Mother, Son of the ...
... Hymn IX. Come rest, and be still in the bosom of Thy Mother, Son of the Glorious.
Come rest, and be still in the bosom of Thy Mother, Son of the Glorious. ...
/.../ephraim/hymns and homilies of ephraim the syrian/hymn ix come rest and.htm

Concerning his Father, a Freeman of Thagaste, the Assister of his ...
... Chapter III."Concerning His Father, a Freeman of Thagaste, the Assister of His Son's
Studies, and on the Admonitions of His Mother on the Preservation of ...
/.../the confessions and letters of st/chapter iii concerning his father a.htm

The Excellent Answer of the Bishop when Referred to by his Mother ...
... Book III. Chapter XII."The Excellent Answer of the Bishop When Referred
to by His Mother as to the Conversion of Her Son. 21. ...
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He Refers to the Tears, and the Memorable Dream Concerning Her Son ...
... Book III. Chapter XI."He Refers to the Tears, and the Memorable Dream
Concerning Her Son, Granted by God to His Mother. 19. And ...
/.../augustine/the confessions and letters of st/chapter xi he refers to the.htm

The Merchant's Son.
... THE MERCHANT'S SON. JOHN HARVEY was born in London, in the year 1654: his father
was a Dutch merchant: he was piously educated under his mother, and soon began ...
/.../wesley/stories of boys and girls who loved the saviour/the merchants son.htm

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