Paleo-Hebrew Dictionary

Paleo-Hebrew Dictionary

Jacob (𐀉𐀏𐀒𐀁)

Heel-Grabber and the Struggle for Identity

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Oct 29, 2025
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Jacob is one of the most complex figures in Scripture. Before his name was changed to Israel, he was known as 𐀉𐀏𐀒𐀁 (Yaāqab), a name that carried both struggle and destiny. His story shows us what it means to wrestle with identity, to face our flaws, and to encounter Yah in a way that transforms us.

Who Was Jacob?

Jacob was the son of Isaac and Rebekah…

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