Key Figures — Genesis 27

4 figures

1. Isaac

   Patriarch of the family, father of Esau and Jacob.

   Isaac intended to bless Esau, his firstborn, but was deceived by Jacob and Rebekah, resulting in Jacob receiving the blessing.

   Related passages

   • Genesis Chapter 25 (Isaac's favoritism towards Esau)
   • Hebrews Chapter 11 (Isaac's faith in blessing his sons)

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2. Rebekah

   Wife of Isaac and mother of Esau and Jacob.

   Rebekah orchestrated the deception of Isaac to ensure that Jacob received the blessing, fulfilling the prophecy given to her during her pregnancy.

   Related passages

   • Genesis Chapter 25 (Rebekah's prophecy about her sons)
   • Genesis Chapter 24 (Rebekah's marriage to Isaac)

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3. Esau

   Elder son of Isaac, intended recipient of the blessing.

   Esau was Isaac's favored son and the intended recipient of the blessing, but he was deceived by Jacob and lost his birthright and blessing.

   Related passages

   • Genesis Chapter 25 (Esau sells his birthright)
   • Hebrews Chapter 12 (Esau's loss of the blessing)

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4. Jacob

   Younger son of Isaac, recipient of the blessing through deception.

   Jacob, with Rebekah's help, deceived Isaac into giving him the blessing meant for Esau, setting the stage for his future as Israel's patriarch.

   Related passages

   • Genesis Chapter 25 (Jacob's birth and prophecy)
   • Genesis Chapter 28 (Jacob's journey and God's promise)

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