his hands: Genesis 27:16
he blessed: Romans 9:11-12; Hebrews 11:20
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Genesis 27:23
Genesis 27:23
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Genesis 27 — OverviewGenesis 27 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleIn this chapter we return to the typical story of the struggle between
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I. JACOB'S DECEPTION OF ISAAC. Jacob's impersonation of Esau was—
1. Deftly prepared. The ingenious Rebekah, having dressed him…Genesis 27:18-29Genesis 27:18-29 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleObserve here, I. The art and assurance with which Jacob managed this
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