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Genesis 17:5
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5 I will change your name from Abram[a] to Abraham,[b] because I am making you the father of many nations.

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  1. Genesis 17:5 Abram This name means “honored father.”
  2. Genesis 17:5 Abraham This name means “great father” or “father of many.”
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Genesis 17:5
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5 No longer will you be called Abram[a]; your name will be Abraham,[b](A) for I have made you a father of many nations.(B)

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  1. Genesis 17:5 Abram means exalted father.
  2. Genesis 17:5 Abraham probably means father of many.
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