The answer is: Keturah

Gen 25:1

Ah, Keturah! The name might not ring a bell as loudly as Sarah, but she played an important role in Abraham’s life after Sarah’s passing. It’s fascinating to consider her legacy. Did you know that many biblical scholars debate Keturah’s identity and her status? Interestingly, some believe that “Keturah” may have been a title meaning “perfume” or “incense” in Hebrew, hinting at a possibly deeper fate or origin connected to holy traditions.

In the context of Genesis, Keturah is introduced in Genesis 25:1, where it describes how Abraham, old but clearly not lacking vigor, took Keturah as his wife and had several children with her: Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. This is amazing considering that by this point in the narrative, Abraham was well advanced in years. It underscores a beautiful truth that life continues with new possibilities, even after significant loss or transition.

It’s also worth noting the prominence of the Midianites, descendants of Abraham through Keturah, who eventually interacted—with both harmony and conflict—with the Israelites. This ongoing interconnection emphasizes the overarching theme of relationships and divisions woven throughout the Biblical narrative. Keturah’s role may often be overshadowed, but she represents persistence, renewal, and the complexities of love in iconic stories of Scripture.