Jacob
Patriarch of the Israelite tribes and recipient of God's covenant.
Jacob is instructed by God to go to Bethel, where he builds an altar and God reaffirms His covenant with him, changing his name to Israel.
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Key Figures — Genesis 35
6 figures
God
Divine covenant maker and protector of Jacob.
God commands Jacob to go to Bethel, reaffirms His covenant with him, and changes his name to Israel, signifying a new identity and mission.
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Beloved wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin.
Rachel dies giving birth to Benjamin and is buried on the way to Ephrath (Bethlehem). Her death marks a significant moment in Jacob's journey.
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Youngest son of Jacob and Rachel.
Benjamin is born during the journey to Bethel, and his birth is marked by the death of his mother, Rachel.
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Firstborn son of Jacob.
Reuben commits a grave sin by lying with Bilhah, his father's concubine, which has future implications for his inheritance.
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Father of Jacob and Esau.
Isaac's death is recorded in this chapter, marking the end of an era and the continuation of God's promises through Jacob.
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