Massa
Son of Ishmael
Massa was one of the twelve sons of Ishmael, Abraham's firstborn son through Hagar. He became the ancestor of an Arabian tribe that bore his name. Massa's descendants lived in the northern part of the Arabian Peninsula and are mentioned several times in the Old Testament.
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Massa's Birth and Lineage
Massa is listed as one of Ishmael's twelve sons, who became patriarchs over their respective tribes. This fulfilled God's promise to Abraham that Ishmael would become the father of twelve princes.
God's Promise Regarding Ishmael's Descendants
God promised Abraham that Ishmael would be fruitful and become the father of twelve princes and a great nation. Massa was part of the fulfillment of this promise.
Massa's Lineage in Chronicles
The name Massa is repeated in 1 Chronicles as part of the official genealogy of Ishmael's sons, confirming his place in the Bible's family tree.
Ishmael and His Sons' Settlement
Ishmael's sons, including Massa, settled in the area from Havilah to Shur, east of Egypt toward Assyria. They lived in conflict with all their brothers.
The Proverbs of Agur and King Lemuel
The name Massa appears in Proverbs in connection with Agur son of Jakeh and the mother of King Lemuel, which may indicate a link to the tribe of Massa. The word can also mean 'oracle' or 'prophecy'.