Genesis 25:14
New International Version
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

New Living Translation
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

English Standard Version
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

Berean Standard Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

King James Bible
And Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa,

New King James Version
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

New American Standard Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

NASB 1995
and Mishma and Dumah and Massa,

NASB 1977
and Mishma and Dumah and Massa,

Legacy Standard Bible
and Mishma and Dumah and Massa,

Amplified Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

Christian Standard Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

American Standard Version
and Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa,

Contemporary English Version
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

English Revised Version
and Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

Good News Translation
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

International Standard Version
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

Majority Standard Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

NET Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

New Heart English Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa,

World English Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa,

Young's Literal Translation
and Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Masma, and Duma, and Massa,

Catholic Public Domain Version
likewise Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa,

New American Bible
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,

New Revised Standard Version
Mishma, Dumah, Massa,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Mishma, Romah, Massa,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Mashma and Ruma, Mesa,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Masma, and Duma, and Masse,

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Context
The Descendants of Ishmael
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, 15Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah.…

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

1 Chronicles 1:30
Mishma, Dumah, Massa, Hadad, Tema,

Genesis 25:12-13
This is the account of Abraham’s son Ishmael, whom Hagar the Egyptian, Sarah’s maidservant, bore to Abraham. / These are the names of the sons of Ishmael in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

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 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 16:15
And Hagar bore Abram a son, and Abram gave the name Ishmael to the son she had borne.

Genesis 21:9-21
But Sarah saw that the son whom Hagar the Egyptian had borne to Abraham was mocking her son, / and she said to Abraham, “Expel the slave woman and her son, for the slave woman’s son will never share in the inheritance with my son Isaac!” / Now this matter distressed Abraham greatly because it concerned his son 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 21:13
But I will also make a nation of the slave woman’s son, because he is your offspring.”

Genesis 25:1-2
Now Abraham had taken another wife, named Keturah, / and she bore him Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah.

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 4:22-31
For it is written that Abraham had two sons, one by the slave woman and the other by the free woman. / His son by the slave woman was born according to the flesh, but his son by the free woman was born through the promise. / These things serve as illustrations, for the women represent two covenants. One covenant is from Mount Sinai and bears children into slavery: This is Hagar. ...

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

Romans 4:18
Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as he had been told, “So shall your offspring be.”

Galatians 3:16
The promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed. The Scripture does not say, “and to seeds,” meaning many, but “and to your seed,” meaning One, who is Christ.


Treasury of Scripture

And Mishma, and Dumah, and Massa,

Dumah.

Isaiah 21:11,16
The burden of Dumah. He calleth to me out of Seir, Watchman, what of the night? Watchman, what of the night? …

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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.














Mishma
Mishma is listed as one of the sons of Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar. The name Mishma means "hearing" or "obedience" in Hebrew. This name may reflect the cultural importance of oral tradition and the transmission of stories and laws through hearing. In the broader biblical narrative, the descendants of Ishmael are often associated with the Arab tribes, and Mishma could represent one of these tribes. The mention of Mishma highlights the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that Ishmael would become the father of twelve princes and a great nation (Genesis 17:20).

Dumah
Dumah is another son of Ishmael, and his name means "silence" or "stillness." Dumah is also mentioned in Isaiah 21:11 as a location, possibly referring to a region in Arabia. The name Dumah might symbolize a place of solitude or desolation, which aligns with the desert regions inhabited by Ishmael's descendants. The connection to Isaiah suggests a prophetic dimension, where Dumah represents a watchful silence, awaiting God's intervention or judgment. This reflects the broader biblical theme of waiting on God's timing and the silence before divine action.

Massa
Massa, meaning "burden" or "oracle," is another son of Ishmael. The name suggests a role or function related to carrying messages or burdens, possibly indicating a tribe known for its wisdom or prophetic insights. In Proverbs 30:1, the term "Massa" is used in the context of an oracle, which may imply that the descendants of Massa were known for their wisdom or spiritual insight. This connection to wisdom literature highlights the diverse roles and contributions of Ishmael's descendants in the biblical narrative, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's promises and the interconnectedness of all nations in His plan.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Mishma
Mishma is one of the sons of Ishmael, the firstborn of Abraham through Hagar. His name is listed among the descendants of Ishmael, who became the heads of twelve tribal rulers according to their settlements and camps.

2. Dumah
Dumah is another son of Ishmael. The name Dumah is also associated with a region or tribe in the Arabian desert, indicating the spread and influence of Ishmael's descendants.

3. Massa
Massa is also a son of Ishmael. Like his brothers, Massa's name is linked to a tribe or region, suggesting the establishment of a distinct group or community.
Teaching Points
God's Faithfulness to His Promises
The listing of Ishmael's sons, including Mishma, Dumah, and Massa, demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promise to Abraham regarding Ishmael. This reminds us that God is true to His word and His promises are reliable.

The Importance of Genealogy in Scripture
The genealogies in the Bible, such as the one in Genesis 25, highlight the continuity of God's plan through generations. They remind us of our place in God's unfolding account and the importance of heritage and legacy.

Diversity in God's Plan
The descendants of Ishmael, though not part of the covenant line through Isaac, are still significant in God's broader plan. This teaches us that God's purposes encompass a wide range of people and nations.

Understanding Our Spiritual Heritage
Just as the descendants of Ishmael had a role in biblical history, we are encouraged to understand and appreciate our spiritual heritage and the role we play in God's kingdom today.Verse 14. - And Mishma, - "Hearing" (Gesenius); Masma (LXX., Vulgate); connected with the Maisaimeneis, north-east of Medina (Knobel) - and Dumah, - "Silence;" same as Stony Dumah, or Syrian Dumah, in Arabia, on the edge of the Syrian desert (Gesenius); mentioned in Isaiah 21:11 - and Massa, - "Burden;" north-east of Dumah are the Massanoi.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Mishma,
וּמִשְׁמָ֥ע (ū·miš·mā‘)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4927: Mishma -- an Ishmaelite, also a Simeonite

Dumah,
וְדוּמָ֖ה (wə·ḏū·māh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1746: Dumah -- a son of Ishmael, also a city in Judah and a name of Edom

Massa,
וּמַשָּֽׂא׃ (ū·maś·śā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4854: Massa -- a son of Ishmael, also the realm of King Lemuel


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