Hebrews 11:18 Meaning
Of whom it was said, That in Isaac shall thy seed be called:
Context Explained
16But now they desire a better country, that is, an heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God: for he hath prepared for them a city.
17By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac: and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son,
18Of whom it was said, That in Isaac shall thy seed be called:
19Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead; from whence also he received him in a figure.
20By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau concerning things to come.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Genesis 21:12
This verse references the promise made to Abraham regarding Isaac.
Romans 9:7
This verse discusses the lineage of Isaac as part of God's promise.
Galatians 3:16
This verse connects the promise to Abraham's seed, which includes Christ.
Source: Hebrews 11:18