Life and character of Jacob

The grandson of Abraham and son of Isaac, who was chosen by God, despite his personal faults and shortcomings, to be the recipient of the promises made to Abraham. His name means “he grasps the heel”, an allusion to the circumstances of his birth (Ge 25:25-26).

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Jacob’s birth Ge 25:21–26 Jacob obtains the rights of the firstborn son Ge 27:36 See also Ge 25:29–34; Ge 27:1–29; Heb 12:16–17 Jacob inherits the promises made to Abraham Ge 28:10–15 See also Ge 12:1–3; Ge 15:5; Ge 27:29; Ge 28:3–4; Ge 35:11–13 Jacob flees to Haran As the result of Esau’s enmity Ge…