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  • Symbolism of the Patriarch: Jacob and the Nation of Israel

    Symbolism of the Patriarch: Jacob and the Nation of Israel

    The Symbolism of Israel “Is it time for Israel, Father? Abraham rests in peace divine. He lives with Us in Glory land; Triumphant flows his family-line.” “Isaac gains him grandsons, two; Twins to father nations, next. Esau, firstborn, surrenders birthright When by fainting hunger’s vexed. Younger Jacob claims the Right – At Isaac’s death, the…