As a subject matter expert in biblical studies, I can provide you with information on the figure of Hagar from the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament.

Hagar, according to the Book of Genesis in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament), was an Egyptian handmaid of Sarah, the wife of Abraham. When Sarah was unable to bear children, she gave Hagar to Abraham as a wife, following a common practice of that time. Hagar gave birth to a son named Ishmael. Ishmael is considered the ancestor of the Ishmaelites, and he plays a significant role in the biblical narrative as the father of twelve sons who became the leaders of twelve tribes.

In the Islamic tradition, Hagar is also known as Hajar and is considered the mother of Ishmael, who is mentioned in the Quran as an important prophet. The story of Hagar, Abraham, and Ishmael is an essential part of Islamic history, particularly in connection with the Kaaba in Mecca, which is believed to have been built by Abraham and Ishmael.

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In Genesis 21, God's promise to Abraham is finally fulfilled, as Sarah gives birth to Isaac. But she frets over whether Ishmael will also be Abraham's heir. God tells Abraham to do as Sarah wishes, so he sends Hagar and Ishmael into the desert with only meager food and water.read more >>