16. But as it is, they yearn for a better land—that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for He has prepared a city for them.
17. By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac. Yes, he who had received the promises was offering up his one and only son—
18. the one about whom it was said, “Through Isaac offspring shall be named for you.”
19. He reasoned that God was able to raise him up even from the dead—and in a sense, he did receive him back from there.
20. By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.
21. By faith Jacob, as he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and he bowed in worship while leaning on the top of his staff.
22. By faith Joseph, when his end was near, made mention of the exodus of Bnei-Yisrael and gave instructions about his bones.