The Basics
From what book of the Bible do we find this account?
Genesis
What does "birthright" mean?
Esau
Who convinced Jacob to trick his father?
Rebekah
Who was Isaac's father?
Abraham
What are the names of Isaac and Rebekah's twin boys?
Jacob and Esau
What does "covenant" mean?
Special promise.
Isaac
suffered a divided family
How did God test Abraham's faith?
By telling him to sacrifice his beloved son, Isaac
Give one detail about Esau.
He had lots of red hair and liked to hunt.
God's gracious choice and calling.
Rebekah
had to send Jacob away
How did Esau feel about the birthright?
He despised it
What was unique about Abraham and Sarah having a baby?
Sarah had been barren for many years and they were both too old to have children, apart from a miracle.
Give one detail about Jacob.
He was quiet and liked to cook.
What does "blessing" mean?
A prayer for good things like prosperity and leadership.
Jacob
had to flee far from his family
Why did Isaac want to bless Esau even though God had chosen Jacob?
He preferred him
What does it mean to deceive?
Misrepresenting the truth-lie