Adam
The first man created by God.
Adam is the progenitor of the human race, from whom all humanity descends.
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Key Figures — 1 Chronicles 1
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Noah
Righteous man who survived the flood.
Noah was chosen by God to preserve humanity and animal life through the ark during the flood.
Abraham
Father of many nations and recipient of God's covenant.
Abraham is a key patriarch in the biblical narrative, known for his faith and obedience to God.
Isaac
Son of Abraham and Sarah, and father of Jacob and Esau.
Isaac is a patriarch who continued the covenantal line through his son Jacob.
Jacob
Father of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Jacob, later named Israel, is a central figure whose descendants form the nation of Israel.
Esau
Elder twin brother of Jacob.
Esau is known for selling his birthright to Jacob and being the ancestor of the Edomites.
Ishmael
Son of Abraham and Hagar.
Ishmael is considered the ancestor of many Arab nations and is part of God's promise to Abraham.