Also known as: Israel
Father of the twelve tribes of Israel. His transformation from a deceiver to a man of faith illustrates God's power to change lives.
Son of Isaac and Rebekah, twin brother of Esau. Jacob wrestled with God and received the name Israel. He became the father of twelve sons who formed the twelve tribes of Israel.
Father of the twelve tribes of Israel. His transformation from a deceiver to a man of faith illustrates God's power to change lives.
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