Importance of Abraham in the three monotheistic religions q1 Flashcards
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old testament
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because he is considered to be the father of the Jewish people and a key figure in the Old Testament of the Bible
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christian tradition
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In the Christian tradition, Abraham’s story is seen as a foreshadowing of the coming of Jesus Christ, who was also descended from Abraham.
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islam
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Abraham (Ibrahim in Arabic) is a significant figure in Islam, and he is regarded as a prophet and patriarch by Muslims.
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scarfice to god islam
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He is a symbol of mercy: Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son.
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Jew
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He is the first patriarch: Abraham is the first of the three patriarchs in Judaism, along with Isaac and Jacob
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father of Jewish faith
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He is considered the father of the Jewish people, and his descendants include the twelve tribes of Israel.
