1. Jacob’s Family
Who was Jacob’s father?
Isaac
Where did Jacob go to flee from Esau?
Haran
What did Jacob see in his dream at Bethel?
A ladder reaching to heaven
What does the name Jacob mean?
Supplanter or deceiver
How did Jacob get Esau’s birthright?
He traded it for a bowl of stew
Who was Jacob’s mother?
Rebekah
What did Jacob use as a pillow when he had his dream?
A stone
What promise did God make to Jacob in his dream?
To give him the land and many descendants
What new name did God give Jacob?
Israel
What trick did Jacob and his mother play on Isaac?
They dressed Jacob like Esau to get the blessing
What was the name of Jacob’s brother?
Esau
How many years did Jacob work to marry Rachel?
14 years
Where did Jacob make a vow to follow God?
Bethel
What does the name Israel mean?
One who struggles with God
Who tricked Jacob into marrying Leah?
Laban
Who was Jacob’s uncle that he worked for?
Laban
What did Jacob do when he was afraid to meet Esau?
He prayed and sent gifts ahead
What did Jacob name the place where he saw the ladder?
Bethel
What was the name of Jacob’s favorite son?
Joseph
Why was Jacob afraid to meet Esau after many years?
He thought Esau still wanted to harm him
Name Jacob’s two wives.
Leah and Rachel
What happened to Jacob at Peniel?
He wrestled with an angel
Who reaffirmed God’s promise to Jacob when he returned to Bethel?
God
Which son of Jacob was born from Rachel and died giving birth?
Benjamin
What did Esau do when he finally met Jacob?
He forgave him and hugged him