Genesis 25:6 net — But while he was still alive, Abraham gave gifts to the sons of his concubines and sent them off to the east, away from…

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"But while he was still alive, Abraham gave gifts to the sons of his concubines and sent them off to the east, away from his son Isaac."

— Genesis 25:6, NET Bible

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Genesis 25 — Context

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Jokshan became the father of Sheba and Dedan. The descendants of Dedan were the Asshurites, Letushites, and Leummites.

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The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were descendants of Keturah.

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Everything he owned Abraham left to his son Isaac.

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But while he was still alive, Abraham gave gifts to the sons of his concubines and sent them off to the east, away from his son Isaac.

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Abraham lived a total of 175 years.

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Then Abraham breathed his last and died at a good old age, an old man who had lived a full life. He joined his ancestors.

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His sons Isaac and Ishmael buried him in the cave of Machpelah near Mamre, in the field of Ephron the son of Zohar, the Hittite.

Genesis 25:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 25:6 say?
Genesis 25:6 in the NET Bible reads: “But while he was still alive, Abraham gave gifts to the sons of his concubines and sent them off to the east, away from his son Isaac.”
Where is Genesis 25:6 in the Bible?
Genesis 25:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 25, verse 6.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 25:6.
What translation should I read Genesis 25:6 in?
Genesis 25:6 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 25:6?
Genesis 25:6 reads (NET): “But while he was still alive, Abraham gave gifts to the sons of his concubines and sent them off to the east, away from his son Isaac.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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