The Life of Jacob
Now the first came forth red, all over like a hairy garment; and they named him Esau. Afterward his brother came forth with his hand holding on to Esau's heel, ..., spanning 147 years associated with Jacob.
Description
Now the first came forth red, all over like a hairy garment; and they named him Esau. Afterward his brother came forth with his hand holding on to Esau's heel, so his name was called Jacob; and Isaac was sixty years old when she gave birth to them. (GEN 25:25-26) Jacob lived in the land of Egypt seventeen years; so the length of Jacob's life was one hundred and forty-seven years. (GEN 47:28)
Details
- Type
- Life
- Person
- Jacob
- Start
- ~1834 BC(2170 AH)
- End
- ~1687 BC(2317 AH)
- Duration
- 147 years
- Start Reference
- GEN 25:26
- End Reference
- GEN 47:28
Historical Dating
Jacob and Esau
c. 1836 BCIsaac's twin sons embody sovereign election and its mysterious purposes. God's pre-temporal choice—'Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated' (Malachi 1:2-3, cited Romans 9:13)—establishes that salva...
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The Life of Jacob occur in Bible history?
The Life of Jacob occurred approximately ~1834 BC to ~1687 BC. This is 2170–2317 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 147 years.
What does “AH” mean in Bible chronology?
AH stands for “Anno Hominis” (Year of Man), a chronological system that counts years from Creation. Under the Ussher chronology, Year 1 AH corresponds to approximately 4004 BC.