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Analysing Abraham’s Sacrifice in Genesis 22… A. M. Jacob (17

undergone changes and the name of theological interpretations in
Abraham’s son could have been Judaism and Christianity.
interpolated at a later stage. Acknowledgments
Consequently, we can draw several I thank God Almighty for this great
conclusions regarding the narrative of opportunity. And convey my heartfelt
Abraham and his sons, Ishmael and gratitude to my family members, my
Isaac. Here are the key considerations: dear wife and all my teachers,

- Textual Nuances: The conclusion especially Prof. Yasser Abuzadeh.
should recognize the significance of
specific language and terminology Funding
The author did not receive any
used in the biblical account. The financial support for the research,
term ‘only son’ is not merely a authorship, and/or publication of this
factual descriptor; it carries article.

theological and literary weight.
While some scholars debate its Author Contributions
accuracy, the phrase emphasizes The article has been written by one
Ishmael’s unique role in God’s plan. author, and the author was solely
- Historical and Cultural Context: To responsible for the conception,
fully understand the events, we must research, analysis, and writing of this
delve into the historical and cultural article.
context. Abraham’s household, Conflict of Interest

including Ishmael, was circumcised The authors declare that there is no
as part of God’s covenant even conflict of interests regarding the
before Isaac’s birth. This context publication of this manuscript.
informs our interpretation of the
‘only son’ reference as being that of
Ishmael.

- Theological Interpretations:
Traditionally, Isaac is considered
Abraham’s ‘only son’ in certain
theological contexts, especially
within Christianity. The narrative
serves as a foreshadowing of God’s
ultimate sacrifice through Jesus.

However, when examined in the
light of textual evidence this can
have a significant effect on