Isaac
How old was Isaac when he married Rebekah?
40
(Gen. 25:20)
What problem does Rebekah have?
She is barren.
How would you describe Isaac and Rebekah's home?
Dysfunctional
What does Esau mean?
Hairy
What does Jacob mean?
Deceiver, supplanter, heal grabber
How old was Isaac when his sons were born?
60
(Gen. 25:26)
How long did she wait before the Lord answered her prayer?
20 years
What were Isaac and Rebekah doing to cause such dysfunction?
Playing favorites
What was Esau's talent?
He was a hunter
What did Jacob enjoy?
The indoors (dwelling in tents)
Who was Isaac's favorite?
Esau
How many kids did she have?
2
When the boys were born what was God's prophecy?
The older would serve the younger
What did Esau despise?
His birthright
What are the two things Jacob stole from Esau?
His birthright and the blessing
What did Isaac ask Esau to do?
Hunt and prepare a meal for him.
Jacob
What was Isaac trying to do when he called Esau?
To give him the blessing
What did he sell his birthright for?
A bowl of red stew
Who did Jacob claim blessed his hunt?
God
What was Isaac's condition at this point?
He was blind.
What does Rebekah have Jacob do?
Deceive his father, kill a goat, put the skin on his arms, dress in Esau's clothes.
What was Rebekah's role in fulfilling the prophecy?
To deceive her husband and make sure Jacob received the blessing.
What name was given to Esau and his descendants because he sold his birthright for a bowl of red stew?
Edom or Edomites
What was the result of his deception?
He had to leave home