Jacob is also the protagonist of the Testament of Jacob, of the Ladder of Jacob and of the Prayer of Joseph, which interpret the experience of this Patriarch in the context of merkabah mysticism.

6 days ago · Explore the life of Jacob, son of Isaac and brother of Esau, and discover how God shaped a flawed man into Israel’s patriarch.

Jacob is a common masculine given name of Hebrew origin. The English form is derived from the Latin Iacobus, from the Greek Ἰάκωβος (Iakobos), ultimately from the Hebrew יַעֲקֹב ‎ (Yaʿaqōḇ), the name …

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Oct 22, 2025 · Jacob, Hebrew patriarch who was the grandson of Abraham, the son of Isaac and Rebekah, and the traditional ancestor of the people of Israel. Stories about Jacob in the Bible begin …

Jacob works another seven years for Rachel (Genesis 29:15-30). During his time in Haran, Jacob's family grows, and he becomes prosperous, fathering twelve sons and a daughter. His sons become …

Jacob (Yaakov in Hebrew) was the third and final of the Jewish Patriarchs. Jacob lived in the Land of Canaan, Haran, and Egypt. Unlike Abraham and Isaac, Jacob’s entire family remained …

Jan 14, 2024 · After wrestling with God, Jacob’s name was changed to Israel, meaning ‘one who struggles with God’. Jacob plays a central role in many famous Bible stories. In this comprehensive …

Jacob eventually passed away in Egypt after reuniting with his long-lost son, Joseph, whom he thought was dead. Before dying, Jacob blessed his sons and asked to be buried alongside his ancestors. …

Discover the biblical story of Jacob in this summary of Genesis 27–36, tracing his journey from deception to divine transformation, and the covenant legacy that shaped Israel.