Genesis 27:15
Genesis 27:15 in Multiple Translations
And Rebekah took the finest clothes in the house that belonged to her older son Esau, and she put them on her younger son Jacob.
And Rebekah took goodly raiment of her eldest son Esau, which were with her in the house, and put them upon Jacob her younger son:
And Rebekah took the goodly garments of Esau her elder son, which were with her in the house, and put them upon Jacob her younger son;
And Rebekah took the fair robes of her oldest son, which were with her in the house, and put them on Jacob, her younger son:
Then Rebekah went and got her older son Esau's best clothes that she had at home and put them on Jacob her younger son.
And Rebekah tooke faire clothes of her elder sonne Esau, which were in her house, and clothed Iaakob her yonger sonne:
and Rebekah taketh the desirable garments of Esau her elder son, which [are] with her in the house, and doth put on Jacob her younger son;
Rebekah took the good clothes of Esau, her elder son, which were with her in the house, and put them on Jacob, her younger son.
And Rebekah took goodly raiment of her eldest son Esau, which was with her in the house, and put it upon Jacob her younger son:
And she put on him very good garments of Esau, which she had at home with her:
Then Rebekah took her older son Esau’s clothes that were with her in the tent, and she put them on her younger son Jacob.
Rebekah’s older son Esau, his best clothes were in Rebekah’s tent, so Rebekah got those clothes and gave them to her younger son Jacob, and she told him to put them on.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 27:15
Study Notes — Genesis 27:15
- Context
- Cross References
- Genesis 27:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 27:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 27:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 27:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
- Sermons on Genesis 27:15
Context — Isaac Blesses Jacob
15And Rebekah took the finest clothes in the house that belonged to her older son Esau, and she put them on her younger son Jacob.
16She also put the skins of the young goats on his hands and on the smooth part of his neck. 17Then she handed her son Jacob the tasty food and bread she had made.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 27:27 | So he came near and kissed him. When Isaac smelled his clothing, he blessed him and said: “Ah, the smell of my son is like the smell of a field that the LORD has blessed. |
| 2 | Luke 20:46 | “Beware of the scribes. They like to walk around in long robes, and they love the greetings in the marketplaces, the chief seats in the synagogues, and the places of honor at banquets. |
| 3 | Luke 15:22 | But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. |
Genesis 27:15 Summary
In Genesis 27:15, Rebekah takes Esau's clothes and puts them on Jacob to trick Isaac into giving Jacob the blessing. This shows that Rebekah wanted to make sure Jacob got the blessing, but she didn't trust God to make it happen on His own. We can learn from this that it's essential to trust God's plan, even when we're not sure what will happen, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6. By trusting God, we can avoid trying to manipulate situations and instead, follow His will, as taught in Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Rebekah choose to dress Jacob in Esau's clothes?
Rebekah chose to dress Jacob in Esau's clothes to deceive Isaac, as seen in Genesis 27:15, and this act was part of her plan to ensure Jacob received the blessing, as she believed God's promise in Genesis 25:23 would be fulfilled through him.
What can we learn from Rebekah's actions in this verse?
Rebekah's actions in Genesis 27:15 demonstrate her desire to follow God's will, but also show her lack of trust in God's sovereignty, as she took matters into her own hands, similar to Sarah's actions in Genesis 16:1-3.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the story in Genesis 27?
Genesis 27:15 is a pivotal part of the story, as it sets the stage for Jacob's encounter with Isaac in Genesis 27:18-29, and ultimately leads to the fulfillment of God's promise to Rebekah in Genesis 25:23, despite the deception involved.
What does this verse teach us about the importance of honesty and integrity?
This verse, Genesis 27:15, highlights the consequences of dishonesty and deception, as seen in the story of Jacob and Esau, and reminds us of the importance of honesty and integrity, as taught in Proverbs 10:9 and Proverbs 12:22.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I try to manipulate situations to get what I want, rather than trusting God's plan?
- How can I learn to trust God's sovereignty, even when the outcome is uncertain, like Rebekah in Genesis 27:15?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to prioritize honesty and integrity, as taught in Proverbs 10:9 and Proverbs 12:22?
- How can I apply the lesson of trusting God's plan, rather than my own, to my life today, in light of Genesis 27:15 and the surrounding verses?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 27:15
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 27:15
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 27:15
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 27:15
Sermons on Genesis 27:15
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(Genesis) Genesis 27:1-4 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the 27th chapter of the book of Genesis. The main theme of the chapter is Jacob and Rebecca's plan to deceive Isaac in order to obtain the b |
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Blood Covenant - Part 10 by Bob Phillips | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the concept of peace as mentioned in Philippians 4. He emphasizes the importance of taking every thought captive and surrendering all to God |
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10. the Key to Obedience Is Blessing by Denny Kenaston | This sermon emphasizes the importance of blessing our children with love and affirmation as a foundation for obedience and respect. It highlights the power of a continuous flow of |
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The Apostate Clergymen by James R. Hamilton | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the danger of focusing on presentation and humor rather than the message of the Gospel. He criticizes the tendency to prioritize impressivene |
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Steering by Gods Compass by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon on love, the preacher delves into the concept of 'phileo' love, which is a friendship type of love based on emotions and personal attachment. 'Phileo' is a love that |
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Day 156, Luke 20 by David Servant | David Servant discusses the spiritual insight of common folks in Jesus' time compared to the Jewish religious leaders, emphasizing the importance of genuine love for God and others |
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The Prodigal Son by John Alexander Dowie | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the idea that as believers, we should not be slaves to Satan, sin, disease, death, or hell. The preacher tells a story of a prodigal son who |







