Genesis 25:13
New International Version
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael, listed in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

New Living Translation
Here is a list, by their names and clans, of Ishmael’s descendants: The oldest was Nebaioth, followed by Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

English Standard Version
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael, named in the order of their birth: Nebaioth, the firstborn of Ishmael; and Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

Berean Standard Bible
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

King James Bible
And these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebajoth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,

New King James Version
And these were the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: The firstborn of Ishmael, Nebajoth; then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

New American Standard Bible
and these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, in the order of their birth: Nebaioth, the firstborn of Ishmael, Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

NASB 1995
and these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, in the order of their birth: Nebaioth, the firstborn of Ishmael, and Kedar and Adbeel and Mibsam

NASB 1977
and these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, in the order of their birth: Nebaioth, the first-born of Ishmael, and Kedar and Adbeel and Mibsam

Legacy Standard Bible
and these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, in the order of their birth: Nebaioth, the firstborn of Ishmael, and Kedar and Adbeel and Mibsam

Amplified Bible
and these are the names of the [twelve] sons of Ishmael, named in the order of their births: Nebaioth, the firstborn of Ishmael, and Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

Christian Standard Bible
These are the names of Ishmael’s sons; their names according to the family records are Nebaioth, Ishmael’s firstborn, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
These are the names of Ishmael’s sons; their names according to the family records are: Nebaioth, Ishmael’s firstborn, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

American Standard Version
and these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the first-born of Ishmael, Nebaioth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,

Contemporary English Version
Ishmael had twelve sons, in this order: Nebaioth, Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

English Revised Version
and these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebaioth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael listed in the order of their birth: Nebaioth (Ishmael's firstborn), Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

Good News Translation
had the following sons, listed in the order of their birth: Nebaioth, Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

International Standard Version
Here's a list of the names of Ishmael's sons, recorded by their names and descendants: Nebaioth was the firstborn, followed by Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

Majority Standard Bible
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

NET Bible
These are the names of Ishmael's sons, by their names according to their records: Nebaioth (Ishmael's firstborn), Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

New Heart English Bible
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to the order of their birth: the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebaioth, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

Webster's Bible Translation
And these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: The first-born of Ishmael, Nebajoth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,

World English Bible
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to the order of their birth: the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebaioth, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and these [are] the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their births: firstborn of Ishmael, Nebajoth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,

Young's Literal Translation
and these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their births: first-born of Ishmael, Nebajoth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names according their generations: the first-born of Ishmael, Nebajoth, and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And these are the names of his children according to their calling and generations. The firstborn of Ismael was Nabajoth, then Cedar, and Adbeel, and Mabsam.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And these are the names of his sons according to their language and generations. The firstborn of Ishmael was Nebaioth, then Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,

New American Bible
These are the names of Ishmael’s sons, listed in the order of their birth: Ishmael’s firstborn Nebaioth, Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

New Revised Standard Version
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael, named in the order of their birth: Nebaioth, the firstborn of Ishmael; and Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the first-born of Ishmael, Nebioth, and Kedar, Arbal, and Mibsam,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And these are the names of the sons of Ishmayl by their names to their generations: the first born of Ishmayl, Nebiuth and Qedar and Arbal and Mabsam,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the first-born of Ishmael, Nebaioth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And these are the names of the sons of Ismael, according to the names of their generations. The firstborn of Ismael, Nabaioth, and Kedar, and Nabdeel, and Massam,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Descendants of Ishmael
12This is the account of Abraham’s son Ishmael, whom Hagar the Egyptian, Sarah’s maidservant, bore to Abraham. 13These are the names of the sons of Ishmael in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, 14Mishma, Dumah, Massa,…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 1:29-31
These are their genealogies: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, / Mishma, Dumah, Massa, Hadad, Tema, / Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael.

Genesis 17:20
As for Ishmael, I have heard you, and I will surely bless him; I will make him fruitful and multiply him greatly. He will become the father of twelve rulers, and I will make him into a great nation.

Genesis 28:9
Esau went to Ishmael and married Mahalath, the sister of Nebaioth and daughter of Abraham’s son Ishmael, in addition to the wives he already had.

Genesis 36:3
and Basemath daughter of Ishmael and sister of Nebaioth.

Genesis 37:25-28
And as they sat down to eat a meal, they looked up and saw a caravan of Ishmaelites coming from Gilead. Their camels were carrying spices, balm, and myrrh on their way down to Egypt. / Then Judah said to his brothers, “What profit will we gain if we kill our brother and cover up his blood? / Come, let us sell him to the Ishmaelites and not lay a hand on him; for he is our brother, our own flesh.” And they agreed. ...

Genesis 16:10-12
Then the angel added, “I will greatly multiply your offspring so that they will be too numerous to count.” / The angel of the LORD proceeded: “Behold, you have conceived and will bear a son. And you shall name him Ishmael, for the LORD has heard your cry of affliction. / He will be a wild donkey of a man, and his hand will be against everyone, and everyone’s hand against him; he will live in hostility toward all his brothers.”

Isaiah 21:13-17
This is the burden against Arabia: In the thickets of Arabia you must lodge, O caravans of Dedanites. / Bring water for the thirsty, O dwellers of Tema; meet the refugees with food. / For they flee from the sword—the sword that is drawn—from the bow that is bent, and from the stress of battle. ...

Jeremiah 49:28-33
Concerning Kedar and the kingdoms of Hazor, which Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon defeated, this is what the LORD says: “Rise up, advance against Kedar, and destroy the people of the east! / They will take their tents and flocks, their tent curtains and all their goods. They will take their camels for themselves. They will shout to them: ‘Terror is on every side!’ / Run! Escape quickly! Lie low, O residents of Hazor,” declares the LORD, “for Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon has drawn up a plan against you; he has devised a strategy against you. ...

Ezekiel 25:13-14
therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I will stretch out My hand against Edom and cut off from it both man and beast. I will make it a wasteland, and from Teman to Dedan they will fall by the sword. / I will take My vengeance on Edom by the hand of My people Israel, and they will deal with Edom according to My anger and wrath. Then they will know My vengeance, declares the Lord GOD.’

Psalm 83:6
the tents of Edom and the Ishmaelites, of Moab and the Hagrites,

1 Samuel 25:1-3
When Samuel died, all Israel gathered to mourn for him; and they buried him at his home in Ramah. Then David set out and went down to the Wilderness of Paran. / Now there was a man in Maon whose business was in Carmel. He was a very wealthy man with a thousand goats and three thousand sheep, which he was shearing in Carmel. / His name was Nabal, and his wife’s name was Abigail. She was an intelligent and beautiful woman, but her husband, a Calebite, was harsh and evil in his dealings.

Judges 8:24
Then he added, “Let me make a request of you, that each of you give me an earring from his plunder.” (For the enemies had gold earrings because they were Ishmaelites.)

1 Kings 11:14-18
Then the LORD raised up against Solomon an adversary, Hadad the Edomite, from the royal line of Edom. / Earlier, when David was in Edom, Joab the commander of the army had gone to bury the dead and had struck down every male in Edom. / Joab and all Israel had stayed there six months, until he had killed every male in Edom. ...

2 Chronicles 21:16-17
Then the LORD stirred against Jehoram the spirit of the Philistines and Arabs who lived near the Cushites. / So they went to war against Judah, invaded it, and carried off all the possessions found in the king’s palace, along with his sons and wives; not a son was left to him except Jehoahaz, his youngest.

Nehemiah 4:7
When Sanballat and Tobiah, together with the Arabs, Ammonites, and Ashdodites, heard that the repair to the walls of Jerusalem was progressing and that the gaps were being closed, they were furious,


Treasury of Scripture

And these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebajoth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam,

the names.

1 Chronicles 1:29-31
These are their generations: The firstborn of Ishmael, Nebaioth; then Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam, …

Nebajoth.

Genesis 36:3
And Bashemath Ishmael's daughter, sister of Nebajoth.

Isaiah 60:7
All the flocks of Kedar shall be gathered together unto thee, the rams of Nebaioth shall minister unto thee: they shall come up with acceptance on mine altar, and I will glorify the house of my glory.

Kedar.

Psalm 120:5
Woe is me, that I sojourn in Mesech, that I dwell in the tents of Kedar!

Song of Solomon 1:5
I am black, but comely, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, as the tents of Kedar, as the curtains of Solomon.

Isaiah 21:16,17
For thus hath the Lord said unto me, Within a year, according to the years of an hireling, and all the glory of Kedar shall fail: …

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Genesis 25
1. The sons of Abraham by Keturah.
5. The division of his goods.
7. His age, death, and burial.
11. God blesses Isaac.
12. The generations of Ishmael.
17. His age and death.
19. Isaac prays for Rebekah, being barren.
22. The children strive in her womb.
24. The birth of Esau and Jacob.
27. Their different characters and pursuits.
29. Esau sells his birthright.














These are the names of the sons of Ishmael in the order of their birth:
This phrase introduces the genealogy of Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar. Genealogies in the Bible often serve to establish historical and familial connections, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's promises. Ishmael's descendants are significant as they fulfill God's promise to Abraham that Ishmael would become a great nation (Genesis 17:20). The listing of names in birth order underscores the importance of lineage and inheritance in ancient Near Eastern cultures.

Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael,
Nebaioth is identified as the firstborn son of Ishmael. In biblical times, the firstborn held a place of prominence and often received a double portion of the inheritance. Nebaioth's descendants are believed to have settled in the region of northern Arabia. Isaiah 60:7 mentions Nebaioth in a prophecy concerning the future glory of Zion, indicating the continued significance of Ishmael's lineage.

then Kedar,
Kedar is the second son of Ishmael and is frequently mentioned in the Bible as a tribe known for its nomadic lifestyle and skill in archery (Isaiah 21:16-17). The descendants of Kedar are associated with the Arabian desert and are often depicted as living in tents. Kedar's mention in prophetic literature, such as Isaiah 42:11, highlights the inclusion of Gentile nations in God's redemptive plan.

Adbeel,
Adbeel is the third son of Ishmael. Little is known about Adbeel specifically, but his inclusion in the genealogy underscores the expansion of Ishmael's descendants. The name Adbeel may be linked to a tribe or region in northern Arabia, contributing to the broader understanding of Ishmael's influence in the area.

Mibsam,
Mibsam is the fourth son of Ishmael. Like Adbeel, specific details about Mibsam are scarce. However, the mention of Mibsam and his brothers illustrates the fulfillment of God's promise to Hagar that Ishmael would have numerous descendants (Genesis 16:10). The genealogical record serves as a testament to God's faithfulness in multiplying Ishmael's lineage.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ishmael
The firstborn son of Abraham and Hagar, Sarah's Egyptian maidservant. Ishmael is considered the ancestor of several Arab tribes.

2. Nebaioth
The firstborn son of Ishmael. His descendants are believed to have settled in the region that is now part of modern-day Saudi Arabia.

3. Kedar
The second son of Ishmael. The Kedarites were a nomadic tribe known for their flocks and tents, often mentioned in the context of trade and warfare.

4. Adbeel
The third son of Ishmael. Little is known about Adbeel, but his name is included in the genealogical records of Ishmael's descendants.

5. Mibsam
The fourth son of Ishmael. Like Adbeel, not much is detailed about Mibsam, but he is part of the lineage that fulfills God's promise to make Ishmael a great nation.
Teaching Points
God's Faithfulness to His Promises
God's promise to Abraham regarding Ishmael is fulfilled through the listing of his sons. This demonstrates God's faithfulness and reliability in keeping His word.

Significance of Genealogies
The genealogies in the Bible are not mere lists of names but are crucial for understanding God's unfolding plan and the fulfillment of His promises.

Legacy and Influence
Ishmael's descendants, though not part of the covenant line through Isaac, still play a significant role in history, showing that God's plans encompass all peoples.

Understanding Our Spiritual Heritage
Just as the descendants of Ishmael are part of God's broader account, believers today are encouraged to understand their place in God's account and live out their faith accordingly.Verse 13. - And these are the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebajoth; - "Heights;" the Nabathaeans, a people of Northern Arabia, possessed of abundant flocks (Isaiah 9:7), and, according to Diodorus, living by merchandise and rapine (Gesenius). From Petraea they subsequently extended as far as Babylon (Keil) - and Kedar, - "Black Skin;" the Cedrei of Pliny (Gesenius, Keil, Rosen-mailer); characterized as good bowmen (Isaiah 21:17), and dwelling between Arabia Petraea and Babylon - and Adbeel, - "Miracle of God" (Gesenius); of whom nothing is known - and Mibsam, - "Sweet Odor" (Gesenius); equally uncertain.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
These
וְאֵ֗לֶּה (wə·’êl·leh)
Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

are the names
שְׁמוֹת֙ (šə·mō·wṯ)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8034: A name

of the sons
בְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Ishmael
יִשְׁמָעֵ֔אל (yiš·mā·‘êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3458: Ishmael -- 'God hears', the name of several Israelites

in the order of their birth:
לְתוֹלְדֹתָ֑ם (lə·ṯō·wl·ḏō·ṯām)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 8435: Descent, family, history

Nebaioth
נְבָיֹ֔ת (nə·ḇā·yōṯ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5032: Nebaioth -- oldest son of Ishmael, also his desc

the firstborn
בְּכֹ֤ר (bə·ḵōr)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1060: Firstborn, chief

of Ishmael,
יִשְׁמָעֵאל֙ (yiš·mā·‘êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3458: Ishmael -- 'God hears', the name of several Israelites

then Kedar,
וְקֵדָ֥ר (wə·qê·ḏār)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6938: Kedar -- perhaps 'swarthy', a son of Ishmael, also his desc

Adbeel,
וְאַדְבְּאֵ֖ל (wə·’aḏ·bə·’êl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 110: Adbeel -- 'disciplined of God', the third son of Ishmael

Mibsam,
וּמִבְשָֽׂם׃ (ū·miḇ·śām)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4017: Mibsam -- a son of Ishmael, also a Simeonite


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