The story of Joseph is a remarkable narrative that showcases the sovereignty of God and the power of forgiveness. Here’s a detailed account: Joseph, the first son of Jacob and Rachel, was born with a special destiny. His father, Jacob, favored him above his brothers, gifting him a coat of many colors, symbolizing his loveContinue reading “Joseph, an Extension Study of People in the Bible”
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Rachel and Leah, an Extension Study of People in the Bible
The biblical account of Rachel and Leah’s marriage to Jacob, as recorded in Genesis 29-30 and 35, provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural norms and customs of ancient Mesopotamia. The narrative revolves around the complex relationships between Jacob, Rachel, and Leah, and the births of their children. According to the biblical account, Jacob’s marriageContinue reading “Rachel and Leah, an Extension Study of People in the Bible”
Esau, An Extensive Study of People in the Bible
Esau, also known as Edom, was the eldest son of Isaac and Rebekah and grandson of Abraham. He was born the elder twin to his brother Jacob. In Hebrew tradition he is considered the ancestor of the Edomites. His name means hairy, for hairy and red he was when he came from his mother’s wombContinue reading “Esau, An Extensive Study of People in the Bible”
Jacob, An Extensive Study of People in the Bible
Jacob’s name translates to “he deceives”. Jacob, a Hebrew patriarch and the traditional ancestor of the people of Israel. His grandfather was Abraham, his father Isaac and his mother Rebekah. His story begins in Genesis 25:19. He was the younger twin to his brother Esau. It was prophesied that Esau the elder would serve theContinue reading “Jacob, An Extensive Study of People in the Bible”
Rebekah: An Extensive Study of People in the Bible
Rebekah means to captivate. The second (after Sarah) of the matriarchs in the ancestor stories of Genesis, Rebekah is one of the most prominent women—in terms of her active role and her control of events—in the Hebrew Bible. Her life, personality, and legacy is intricately and irretrievably woven within the fabric around the Bible’s mostContinue reading “Rebekah: An Extensive Study of People in the Bible”
Ishmael: An Extensive Study of People in the Bible.
Ishmael means ” to hear”. Ishmael was the first born to Abraham and Hagar. Abraham was 86 years old when he was born (Genesis 16:16). After Isaac was born, Abraham’s second son but mothered by Sarah, Ishmael and Hagar was forced to leave. This decision was requested by Sarah fuled by her strife with Hager.Continue reading “Ishmael: An Extensive Study of People in the Bible.”
Hagar: An Extensive Study of People in the Bible
Hagar means reward. Hagar was an Egyptian slave, a handmaiden of Sarah, whom Sarah gave to her husband Abraham as a wife to bear him a child. Some scholars believe she became Sarah’s concubine when Abraham and Sarah journey to Egypt in Genesis 12. Abraham pretended that Sarah was only his sister and Pharaoh tookContinue reading “Hagar: An Extensive Study of People in the Bible”
Sarah: An Extensive Study of People in the Bible
Sarah is one of the most important women in the Bible. She was Abraham’s wife and Isaac’s mother. Just like her husband, God changed Sarah’s name to (Genesis 17:15). Originally called Sarai meaning “my princess”, while Sarah means “princess”. This name change symbolizes her role as the mother of nations. Abraham and Sarah were technicallyContinue reading “Sarah: An Extensive Study of People in the Bible”
Abraham
Abraham After Noah survived the great flood and his descendants were dispersed, Abraham entered the spotlight. His story begins in Genesis twelve and continues until chapter 25. His father was Terach, a descendant of Shem, son of Noah. His mother was named Amatlai and his wife was named Sarah There is little to none writtenContinue reading “Abraham”
Noah
Noah: Name meaning comforter and rest. Noah was the tenth of the pre-flood patriarchs. His father was Lamech and grandfather was Methuselah, the longest living person in written history. Noah was born 1046 years after Adam had his first son. He had three sons, Shem, Ham and Japheth, he also had a wife, but herContinue reading “Noah”
