Genesis 32:27

“And he said unto him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob.”

"And he said unto him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob." - Genesis 32:27
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What does Genesis 32:27 mean?

Genesis 32:27 (KJV) states, "And he said unto him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob." This verse comes from the story of Jacob wrestling with a man, who is later revealed to be God, in the book of Genesis. The context of this verse is essential to understanding its deeper…

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Wrestling with Identity: The Meaning Behind a Name

In Genesis 32:27, we encounter a profound moment in the life of Jacob when he wrestles with an angel. The verse states, "And he said unto him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob." This simple question, asked by the mysterious figure in the night, carries with it deep…

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Wrestling with Identity: A Prayer of Transformation

Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart full of reverence and humility, recognizing the depth of my own name and identity in You. Just as You asked Jacob, "What is thy name?" in Genesis 32:27, I seek to understand the significance of my own name and the identity…

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1 Chronicles 27:32 - "Also Jonathan David's uncle was a counsellor, a wise man, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's sons:"