Genesis 49:28

blessed them

Jacob's life, ending in serenity and blessing, testifies to the power of God to transform character. His spiritual progress has six notable phases:

(1) the first exercise of faith, as shown in the purchase of the birthright (Genesis 25:28); (Genesis 27:10).

(2) the vision at bethel (Genesis 28:10).

(3) walking in the flesh (Genesis 29:1); (Genesis 29:55).

(4) the transforming experience (Genesis 32:24).

(5) the return to Bethel: idols put away (Genesis 35:1).

(6) the walk of faith (Genesis 37:1); (Genesis 37:33).