# What does Hebrews 11:19 mean?

> Hebrews 11:19 in plain, modern English from the Modern Text Bible.

> Abraham figured that God could even bring someone back from the dead. In a way, he did get Isaac back from death.
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> — Hebrews 11:19, Modern Text Bible

## Commentary

Abraham’s faith included believing God could do the impossible, even raising the dead. Isaac’s return was like a resurrection.