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The Intentional Blessing
Commentators highlight that this blessing is distinct from the one Jacob received through deception. Here, Isaac, now fully aware of God's will, intentionally and formally bestows 'the blessing of Abraham' upon Jacob. Matthew Henry describes this blessing as 'more full' and a 'gospel blessing,' signifying the official transfer of the covenant promise to the next generation.
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18th Century
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קהל qâhāl — “congregation.”
מחלת māchălat — Machalath, “sickness, or a harp.”
לוּז l…
19th Century
Bishop
17th Century
Pastor
And give you the blessing of Abraham, to you, and to your
seed with you
Which was pro…
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17th Century
Minister
Jacob had blessings promised concerning both this world and the world to come; yet goes out to a hard service. This corrected him for his deception…