Introduction:
Sarah, originally named Sarai, is a prominent figure in the Hebrew Bible, known for her role as the wife of Abraham and the mother of Isaac. Her account is primarily found in the Book of Genesis, where she is depicted as a matriarch of the Israelite people. Sarah's life and experiences are integral to understanding the covenantal promises of God and the unfolding of His plan for His chosen people.

Name and Meaning:
The name "Sarah" means "princess" or "noblewoman," reflecting her esteemed position. Her original name, "Sarai," is believed to carry a similar meaning. God Himself changed her name from Sarai to Sarah as a sign of the covenant and the promise that she would be a "mother of nations" (Genesis 17:15-16).

Family and Early Life:
Sarah was the daughter of Terah and the half-sister of Abraham, sharing the same father but different mothers (Genesis 20:12). She married Abraham, then known as Abram, and accompanied him on his journey from Ur of the Chaldeans to the land of Canaan, following God's call (Genesis 11:29-31).

The Promise of a Son:
Despite her beauty and noble status, Sarah faced the challenge of barrenness, which was a significant source of distress in her life. God promised Abraham that he would be the father of many nations, but Sarah remained childless for many years. In her impatience, she gave her maidservant Hagar to Abraham as a concubine, resulting in the birth of Ishmael (Genesis 16:1-4).

However, God reaffirmed His promise to Abraham, declaring that Sarah would bear a son. This promise was fulfilled when Sarah, at the age of ninety, miraculously conceived and gave birth to Isaac, whose name means "laughter," reflecting Sarah's initial disbelief and subsequent joy (Genesis 21:1-7).

Role in the Covenant:
Sarah's role in the Abrahamic covenant is significant. She is not merely a passive participant but an active recipient of God's promises. Her transformation from Sarai to Sarah symbolizes her integral part in God's plan. The birth of Isaac through Sarah is a testament to God's faithfulness and power, as it defied natural expectations and underscored the supernatural nature of the covenant.

Interactions with God and Others:
Sarah's interactions with God and others reveal her complex character. She laughed in disbelief when she first heard the promise of a son (Genesis 18:12), yet she also demonstrated faith by following Abraham into unknown lands. Her relationship with Hagar was strained, leading to conflict and eventual separation (Genesis 16:5-6; 21:9-14).

Death and Legacy:
Sarah lived to be 127 years old and died in Hebron, in the land of Canaan. Abraham mourned her passing and purchased the cave of Machpelah as a burial site, which became the family tomb (Genesis 23:1-20). Sarah's legacy is profound, as she is remembered as a matriarch of Israel and a woman of faith. The New Testament commends her faith and obedience, highlighting her as an example for Christian women (Hebrews 11:11; 1 Peter 3:6).

Conclusion:
Sarah's life is a testament to God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His promises. Her account is woven into the fabric of biblical history, illustrating the importance of faith, patience, and the divine plan that transcends human limitations.4564. Sarra -- Sarah, the wife of Abraham
... Sarah, the wife of Abraham. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: Sarra
Phonetic Spelling: (sar'-hrah) Short Definition: Sarah Definition: Sarah, wife ...
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... 1903, 1904. Hagar. 1905 . Sarah's Eg. ... Word Origin from an unused word Definition
Sarah's Eg. maid, the mother of Ishmael NASB Word Usage Hagar (12). Hagar. ...
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8283. Sarah -- "princess," a wife of Abraham
... 8282, 8283. Sarah. 8284 . "princess," a wife of Abraham. Transliteration:
Sarah Phonetic Spelling: (saw-raw') Short Definition: Sarah. ...
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That Sarah's Barrenness was Made Productive by God's Grace.
... Book XV. Chapter 3."That Sarah's Barrenness was Made Productive by God's
Grace. Sarah, in fact, was barren; and, despairing of ...
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Of Sarah's Handmaid, Hagar, whom She Herself Wished to be ...
... Book XVI. Chapter 25."Of Sarah's Handmaid, Hagar, Whom She Herself Wished
to Be Abraham's Concubine. And here follow the times ...
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What is Meant by Abraham's Marrying Keturah after Sarah's Death.
... Book XVI. Chapter 34."What is Meant by Abraham's Marrying Keturah After Sarah's
Death. What did Abraham mean by marrying Keturah after Sarah's death? ...
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Of Abraham's Obedience and Faith, which were Proved by the ...
... Book XVI. Chapter 32."Of Abraham's Obedience and Faith, Which Were Proved by
the Offering Up, of His Son in Sacrifice, and of Sarah's Death. ...
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Of the Divine Preservation of Sarah's Chastity in Egypt, when ...
... Book XVI. Chapter 19."Of the Divine Preservation of Sarah's Chastity in Egypt,
When Abraham Had Called Her Not His Wife But His Sister. ...
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Of Lot's Deliverance from Sodom, and Its Consumption by Fire from ...
... Book XVI. Chapter 30."Of Lot's Deliverance from Sodom, and Its Consumption by Fire
from Heaven; And of Abimelech, Whose Lust Could Not Harm Sarah's Chastity. ...
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"Jesus Says So. "
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parents in a narrow lane in London. Early in the year ...
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Chapter xxv
... That raises the much discussed question whether Abraham had her as a concubine already
during Sarah's lifetime. ... There Abraham was buried with Sarah, his wife. ...
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Chapter xxi
... 1, 2. And Yahweh visited Sarah as He had said, and Yahweh dealt with her
as He had spoken. So Sarah conceived and bore unto Abraham ...
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Chapter xviii
... Besides, Sarah, whose share in the experience should be more than a purely natural
and physical one, needs to be so directed that her faith may enable her to ...
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Sarah's (6 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Sarah's (6 Occurrences). ... 1 Peter 3:6 Thus, for instance,
Sarah obeyed Abraham, acknowledging his authority over her. ...
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Sarai (13 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary My princess, the name originally borne by Sarah (Genesis
11:31; 17:15). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. SARAH; SARAI. ...
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Sarah (38 Occurrences)
... worthies, who "all died in faith." (see ABRAHAM.). Int. Standard Bible
Encyclopedia. SARAH; SARAI. sa'-ra, sa'-ri: (1) In Genesis 17 ...
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Hagar (15 Occurrences)
... Flight, or, according to others, stranger, an Egyptian, Sarah's handmaid (Genesis
16:1; 21:9, 10), whom she gave to Abraham (qv) as a secondary wife (16:2 ...
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Ishmael (44 Occurrences)
... On the occasion of the weaning of Isaac his rude and wayward spirit broke out in
expressions of insult and mockery (21:9, 10); and Sarah, discovering this ...
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Vital (2 Occurrences)
... 19 And, without growing weak in faith, he could contemplate his own vital powers
which had now decayed--for he was nearly 100 years old--and Sarah's barrenness ...
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Isaac (127 Occurrences)
... (2.) The only son of Abraham by Sarah. ... (WEB KJV WEY ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV).
Genesis 17:19 God said, "No, but Sarah, your wife, will bear you a son. ...
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Keturah (4 Occurrences)
... Incense, the wife of Abraham, whom he married probably after Sarah's death (Genesis
25:1-6), by whom he had six sons, whom he sent away into the east country. ...
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Nearly (13 Occurrences)
... 19 And, without growing weak in faith, he could contemplate his own vital powers
which had now decayed--for he was nearly 100 years old--and Sarah's barrenness ...
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Growing (31 Occurrences)
... 19 And, without growing weak in faith, he could contemplate his own vital powers
which had now decayed--for he was nearly 100 years old--and Sarah's barrenness ...
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