The answer is: Hagar

Gen 16:16

Hagar, Ishmael's mother, plays a fascinating role in the saga found in Genesis. She is an Egyptian servant and comes into the picture during one of the most intricate moments of the Abraham narrative. Abram and Sarai, who later become known as Abraham and Sarah, struggle for years with Sarah's infertility, leading her to give Hagar to Abram as a concubine. This action marked Hagar's ascent to a unique, albeit complicated, position in biblical history.

Interestingly, Hagar's story echoes themes of hardship and resilience. After she conceives Ishmael, she faces strife with Sarai, prompting her to find refuge in the wilderness. There, a divine encounter occurs; an angel visits her and confirms that her son will be a great nation as well, a promise that resonates throughout Islamic tradition as well. Hagar's encounter highlights the broader biblical theme of God’s care for the marginalized—she’s a woman in a dire situation yet is assured of her worth and her child's future.

In literary and cultural reflections, Hagar often symbolizes endurance and sacrifice. Her name itself means "flight" in Hebrew, encapsulating the essence of her journeys both physically and metaphorically. She is intertwined with both Hebrew and Islamic narratives, illustrating a shared heritage laden with tension and hope—a remarkable reminder of cooperation, conflict, and humanity in our diverse interpretations of the divine.