Jacob (Israel) (jan 1, 1858 BC – jan 1, 1711 BC)
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Jacob, later named Israel, becomes the father of the twelve tribes of Israel. His early life is marked by struggle and deception, including taking Esau’s blessing, but he undergoes transformation over time. A defining moment is when he wrestles with a divine being and receives the name “Israel.” His life represents personal growth, struggle, and the formation of a nation through his descendants
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jan 1, 1858 BC
jan 1, 1711 BC
~ 147 years