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Ishmael
Noun (Proper)
1. In biblical terms, Ishmael was the eldest son of Abraham and Hagar, who was later cast out of the family. He is considered the forefather of the Arab peoples.
Example sentence: Ishmael's descendants played a significant role in shaping the Middle East's history.
Noun
1. A male given name of Hebrew origin meaning "God hears".
Example sentence: Our tour guide's name was Ishmael, and he showed us the most breathtaking views of the city.
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2. In the novel "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville, Ishmael is the narrator and main character who joins a whaling ship.
Example sentence: Ishmael's journey aboard the Pequod led him to encounter the legendary white whale, Moby Dick.
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3. A novel written by Daniel Quinn, "Ishmael" explores humanity's relationship with the environment from the perspective of a gorilla who imparts wisdom to a human student.
Example sentence: "Ishmael" is a thought-provoking book that challenges readers to examine their role in the world and the impact of their actions.
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