PatriarchsOld Testament

Patriarchal period

Jacob Is Named Israel

After wrestling through the night, Jacob received the name Israel, marking a defining moment in the covenant family’s history.

Scripture foundation

Bible passages

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1 passage

Primary Scripture

Genesis 32:22–32

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Event 10 of 49

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