Which of the following was the original name of Abraham before God changed it?
AAbramCORRECT
BAram
CAbiram
DAbner
GCEChristian Religious StudiesThe Patriarchs2019
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Why the answer is A, and why the others tempt you.
Abraham's original name was Abram, meaning 'exalted father.' God changed his name to Abraham, meaning 'father of many nations,' as part of the covenant in Genesis 17:5. This name change signified his new role in God's redemptive plan.
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