Rabbinic commentary on some of the questions raised by the story of Sarah's expulsion of her rival.

A Chassidic interpretation of the concubine, including the belief that Abraham married her after Sarah's death.

Brief profile of the priest, with links to pertinent Torah passages.

Overview of Abraham's handmaid from the traditional Jewish perspective, including Talmudic commentary and a comparison with Islamic beliefs.

Biblical biography of the slave girl who bore Abraham's first son.

Highlights differences between Islamic and Christian beliefs about the mother of Ishmael.