Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.
Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah are the sons of Ishmael named in this verse. It belongs to a long genealogy whose names may not seem equally interesting or useful to every reader, yet even long lists of names can contain noteworthy details. Its record of family lines preserves information about the origin and distribution of peoples.
The genealogical record was preserved by the Spirit of God because correct genealogies were necessary to the development and certainty of the gospel. The record contains material for study as well as spiritual value. As part of that record, the verse illustrates that God is particular and that a faithful record of every soul is kept in the books of heaven.
Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah are the sons of Ishmael named in this verse. It belongs to a long genealogy whose names may not seem equally interesting or useful to every reader, yet even long lists of names can contain noteworthy details. Its record of family lines preserves information about the origin and distribution of peoples.
The genealogical record was preserved by the Spirit of God because correct genealogies were necessary to the development and certainty of the gospel. The record contains material for study as well as spiritual value. As part of that record, the verse illustrates that God is particular and that a faithful record of every soul is kept in the books of heaven.