Biblical Figures and Significance
Abraham
- The patriarch of the Israelites.
- Known for his tremendous faith.
- God made a covenant with him, promising to make him the father of many nations.
Isaac
- Abraham's son through Sarah.
- Born in their old age as God's promised child.
Rebekah
- Isaac's wife.
- Known for her role in helping Jacob receive his father's blessing.
Jacob/Israel
- Son of Isaac who received the birthright and blessing.
- His name was changed to Israel after wrestling with an angel.
- Father of the 12 tribes of Israel.
Esau
- Jacob's twin brother.
- Sold his birthright for a bowl of stew.
Laban
- Rebekah's brother.
- Father of Leah and Rachel.
- He tricked Jacob into working 14 years to marry both his daughters.
Leah
- Jacob's first wife (through Laban's deception).
- Mother of six sons, including:
- Reuben: The firstborn son of Jacob.
- Judah: From whose line King David and Jesus would come.
Rachel
- Jacob's beloved second wife.
- Mother of:
- Joseph: The favored son who was sold into slavery but became ruler of Egypt.
- Benjamin: The youngest son of Jacob.
Potiphar
- An Egyptian official.
- Bought Joseph as a slave.
- His wife falsely accused Joseph.
Potiphar's Wife
- Attempted to seduce Joseph.
- Falsely accused him when he refused.
Pharaoh
- The Egyptian ruler.
- Appointed Joseph as second-in-command after Joseph interpreted his dreams.