OLD TESTAMENT

Genesis 21:3

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Abraham called his son who was born to him, whom Sarah bore to him, Isaac.

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Verse 3. Isaac. This word signifies laughter; ( Challoner.) or “he shall laugh,” and be the occasion of joy to many, as Saint John was. Luke 1:14; and thus Sara seems to explain it, verse 6.

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Isaac means “He laughs”.

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