1. Jacob was the son of Isaac and Rebekah, and the twin brother of Esau.
2. Jacob's name was later changed to Israel, meaning "one who struggles with God" or "God contends."
3. Jacob had 12 sons, who became the ancestors of the twelve tribes of Israel.
4. Jacob deceived his father Isaac in order to receive the blessing that was meant for his brother Esau.
5. Jacob wrestled with a mysterious man or angel throughout the night, resulting in his hip being injured. He was then blessed by the man and given the new name Israel.
6. Jacob's descendants later became known as the Israelites, and the nation of Israel was founded based on the promises made to Jacob by God.
6 facts about Jacob in the bible
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