Gen 25:18 | MHM | STEP | v. 18 : Ishmael's descendants lived in the land from Havilah to Shur, near Egypt, toward Assyria. The phrase "he died in the presence of all his brethren" shows that Ishmael remained an important leader among his family until his death. This also fulfilled God's promise that Ishmael would live among his brothers and be strong among them (Genesis 16:12 ).

‏ Genesis 25:18

v. 18: Ishmael's descendants lived in the land from Havilah to Shur, near Egypt, toward Assyria. The phrase "he died in the presence of all his brethren" shows that Ishmael remained an important leader among his family until his death. This also fulfilled God's promise that Ishmael would live among his brothers and be strong among them (Genesis 16:12 ^a).