Albert Barnes Commentary 1 Chronicles 1:28

Albert Barnes Commentary

1 Chronicles 1:28

1798–1870
Presbyterian
Albert Barnes
Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes Commentary

1 Chronicles 1:28

1798–1870
Presbyterian
SCRIPTURE

"The sons of Abraham: Isaac, and Ishmael." — 1 Chronicles 1:28 (ASV)

Isaac and Ishmael - Isaac, though younger than Ishmael, is placed first, as the legitimate heir, since Sarah alone was Abraham’s true wife (compare the note on 1 Chronicles 1:36).