New International VersionThen take it to your father to eat, so that he may give you his blessing before he dies.”
New Living TranslationThen take the food to your father so he can eat it and bless you before he dies.”
English Standard VersionAnd you shall bring it to your father to eat, so that he may bless you before he dies.”
Berean Standard BibleThen take it to your father to eat, so that he may bless you before he dies.”
King James BibleAnd thou shalt bring it to thy father, that he may eat, and that he may bless thee before his death.
New King James VersionThen you shall take it to your father, that he may eat it, and that he may bless you before his death.”
New American Standard BibleThen you shall bring it to your father, that he may eat, so that he may bless you before his death.”
NASB 1995“Then you shall bring it to your father, that he may eat, so that he may bless you before his death.”
NASB 1977“Then you shall bring it to your father, that he may eat, so that he may bless you before his death.”
Legacy Standard BibleThen you shall bring it to your father, that he may eat, so that he may bless you before his death.”
Amplified BibleThen you shall bring it to your father to eat, so that he may bless you before his death.”
Christian Standard BibleThen take it to your father to eat so that he may bless you before he dies.”
Holman Christian Standard BibleThen take it to your father to eat so that he may bless you before he dies.”
American Standard Versionand thou shalt bring it to thy father, that he may eat, so that he may bless thee before his death.
Contemporary English VersionThen you can take it to him, so he can eat it and give you his blessing before he dies."
English Revised Versionand thou shalt bring it to thy father, that he may eat, so that he may bless thee before his death.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThen take it to your father to eat so that he will bless you before he dies."
Good News TranslationYou can take it to him to eat, and he will give you his blessing before he dies."
International Standard VersionThen you are to take it to your father so that he can eat and bless you before he dies."
NET BibleThen you will take it to your father. Thus he will eat it and bless you before he dies."
New Heart English BibleYou shall bring it to your father, that he may eat, so that he may bless you before his death."
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd thou shalt bring it to thy father, that he may eat, and that he may bless thee before his death. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen take it to your father to eat, so that he may bless you before he dies.”
World English BibleYou shall bring it to your father, that he may eat, so that he may bless you before his death.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand you have taken [them] to your father, and he has eaten, so that his soul blesses you before his death.”
Young's Literal Translation and thou hast taken in to thy father, and he hath eaten, so that his soul doth bless thee before his death.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd thou shall bring to thy father, and eating, so that he will praise thee before his death. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhich when thou hast brought in, and he hath eaten, he may bless thee before he die.
Catholic Public Domain VersionThen, when you have brought these in and he has eaten, he may bless you before he dies.”
New American BibleThen bring it to your father to eat, that he may bless you before he dies.”
New Revised Standard Versionand you shall take it to your father to eat, so that he may bless you before he dies.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd you shall bring it to your father, that he may eat, and that he may bless you in the presence of the LORD before his death.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd I shall bring it to your father and he will eat and he will bless you in the presence of LORD JEHOVAH before his death. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and thou shalt bring it to thy father, that he may eat, so that he may bless thee before his death.'
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd thou shalt bring them in to thy father, and he shall eat, that thy father may bless thee before he dies.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Jacob's Deception… 9Go out to the flock and bring me two choice young goats, so that I can make them into a tasty dish for your father—the kind he loves. 10Then takeit to your fatherto eat,so thathe may blessyou beforehe dies.”11Jacob answered his mother Rebekah, “Look, my brother Esau is a hairy man, but I am smooth-skinned.…
Cross References Genesis 25:23and He declared to her: “Two nations are in your womb, and two peoples from within you will be separated; one people will be stronger than the other, and the older will serve the younger.”
Genesis 25:29-34One day, while Jacob was cooking some stew, Esau came in from the field and was famished. / He said to Jacob, “Let me eat some of that red stew, for I am famished.” (That is why he was also called Edom.) / “First sell me your birthright,” Jacob replied. ...
Genesis 26:34-35When Esau was forty years old, he took as his wives Judith daughter of Beeri the Hittite and Basemath daughter of Elon the Hittite. / And they brought grief to Isaac and Rebekah.
Genesis 28:1-5So Isaac called for Jacob and blessed him. “Do not take a wife from the Canaanite women,” he commanded. / “Go at once to Paddan-aram, to the house of your mother’s father Bethuel, and take a wife from among the daughters of Laban, your mother’s brother. / May God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and multiply you, so that you may become a company of peoples. ...
Genesis 25:28Because Isaac had a taste for wild game, he loved Esau; but Rebekah loved Jacob.
Genesis 27:41Esau held a grudge against Jacob because of the blessing his father had given him. And Esau said in his heart, “The days of mourning for my father are at hand; then I will kill my brother Jacob.”
Genesis 27:35-36But Isaac replied, “Your brother came deceitfully and took your blessing.” / So Esau declared, “Is he not rightly named Jacob? For he has cheated me twice. He took my birthright, and now he has taken my blessing.” Then he asked, “Haven’t you saved a blessing for me?”
Genesis 27:19Jacob said to his father, “I am Esau, your firstborn. I have done as you told me. Please sit up and eat some of my game, so that you may bless me.”
Genesis 27:13His mother replied, “Your curse be on me, my son. Just obey my voice and go get them for me.”
Genesis 27:22-23So Jacob came close to his father Isaac, who touched him and said, “The voice is the voice of Jacob, but the hands are the hands of Esau.” / Isaac did not recognize him, because his hands were hairy like those of his brother Esau; so he blessed him.
Genesis 27:33Isaac began to tremble violently and said, “Who was it, then, who hunted the game and brought it to me? Before you came in, I ate it all and blessed him—and indeed, he will be blessed!”
Genesis 27:42-45When the words of her older son Esau were relayed to Rebekah, she sent for her younger son Jacob and told him, “Look, your brother Esau is consoling himself by plotting to kill you. / So now, my son, obey my voice and flee at once to my brother Laban in Haran. / Stay with him for a while, until your brother’s fury subsides— ...
Genesis 28:6-9Now Esau learned that Isaac had blessed Jacob and sent him to Paddan-aram to take a wife there, commanding him, “Do not marry a Canaanite woman,” / and that Jacob had obeyed his father and mother and gone to Paddan-aram. / And seeing that his father Isaac disapproved of the Canaanite women, ...
Hebrews 12:16-17See to it that no one is sexually immoral, or is godless like Esau, who for a single meal sold his birthright. / For you know that afterward, when he wanted to inherit the blessing, he was rejected. He could find no ground for repentance, though he sought the blessing with tears.
Romans 9:10-13Not only that, but Rebecca’s children were conceived by one man, our father Isaac. / Yet before the twins were born or had done anything good or bad, in order that God’s plan of election might stand, / not by works but by Him who calls, she was told, “The older will serve the younger.” ...
Treasury of Scripture And you shall bring it to your father, that he may eat, and that he may bless you before his death. Jump to Previous BlessBlessingDeathDiesEatEatenGoodMealOrderSoulJump to Next BlessBlessingDeathDiesEatEatenGoodMealOrderSoulGenesis 27 1.Isaac sends Esau for venison.6.Rebekah instructs Jacob to obtain the blessing.14.Jacob, feigning to be Esau, obtains it.30.Esau brings venison.33.Isaac trembles.34.Esau complains, and by importunity obtains a blessing.41.He threatens Jacob's life.42.Rebekah disappoints him, by sending Jacob away.Then take it to your father to eatThis phrase is part of Rebekah's instructions to Jacob as they deceive Isaac into giving Jacob the blessing intended for Esau. The act of taking food to Isaac is significant in the cultural context of the time, as meals often accompanied important family and covenantal events. The preparation and presentation of food were acts of honor and respect, especially towards a patriarch. This moment is a pivotal point in the narrative, highlighting the importance of the blessing and the lengths to which Rebekah and Jacob are willing to go to secure it. so that he may bless you
The blessing in question is not merely a verbal wish for well-being but a prophetic and binding pronouncement that would shape the future of the recipient. In the patriarchal society of ancient Israel, the father's blessing was a powerful declaration that often included elements of inheritance, leadership, and divine favor. This blessing was traditionally given to the firstborn son, which in this case would have been Esau. However, through Rebekah's intervention, Jacob seeks to receive this blessing, which aligns with the earlier prophecy given to Rebekah that "the older will serve the younger" (Genesis 25:23). before he dies.
Isaac's impending death adds urgency to the situation. Although Isaac lived many years after this event, the perception of his nearing death underscores the importance of the timing of the blessing. In the ancient Near Eastern context, the end of a patriarch's life was a critical moment for the transfer of authority and blessing. This phrase also reflects the human element of uncertainty and the desire to secure one's future before it is too late. The urgency and finality of the blessing before death highlight the irreversible nature of the patriarchal blessing once given. Persons / Places / Events 1. Isaac- The patriarch of the family, Isaac is old and nearly blind. He intends to bless his eldest son, Esau, before he dies. 2. Rebekah- Isaac's wife, who overhears Isaac's plan to bless Esau and devises a plan for Jacob to receive the blessing instead. 3. Jacob- The younger son of Isaac and Rebekah, who follows his mother's instructions to deceive his father and receive the blessing meant for Esau. 4. Esau- The elder son of Isaac and Rebekah, who is the intended recipient of Isaac's blessing but is ultimately deceived by his brother Jacob. 5. The Blessing- A significant event in the patriarchal family, where the father bestows a prophetic and spiritual blessing upon his son, often determining the future leadership and inheritance within the family. Teaching Points The Importance of IntegrityJacob's deception highlights the consequences of lacking integrity. Believers are called to live truthfully, trusting God to fulfill His promises without resorting to deceit. God's Sovereignty and Human ResponsibilityWhile God's sovereign plan unfolds through these events, each character's actions have real consequences. Believers should seek to align their actions with God's will, understanding that He works through human choices. The Power of a BlessingThe blessing Isaac intended to give Esau was not just a formality but carried significant spiritual and prophetic weight. This underscores the importance of speaking blessings and encouragement into the lives of others. Family Dynamics and FavoritismThe favoritism shown by Isaac and Rebekah towards their sons leads to division and conflict. Believers are encouraged to love impartially and foster unity within their families. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Genesis 27:10?
2.How does Genesis 27:10 illustrate the consequences of deceit in family relationships?
3.What role does obedience play in the actions described in Genesis 27:10?
4.How does Genesis 27:10 connect to the theme of God's sovereignty in Genesis?
5.How can we apply the lessons from Genesis 27:10 to our family dynamics?
6.What does Genesis 27:10 teach about the importance of honesty in God's plan?
7.Why did Rebekah deceive Isaac in Genesis 27:10?
8.How does Genesis 27:10 reflect on family dynamics and favoritism?
9.What does Genesis 27:10 reveal about God's sovereignty in human plans?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 27?
11.Why would God's chosen lineage pass through someone who blatantly deceived his father (Genesis 27:35-36)?
12.How could Isaac be so easily deceived by Jacob's voice and skin when blessing him (Genesis 27:21-22)?
13.Does this account conflict with other biblical passages that condemn lying yet here seem to permit it (Genesis 27:6-17)?
14.Who are Noah's sons: Shem, Ham, and Japheth?What Does Genesis 27:10 Mean Then take it to your father• Rebekah urges Jacob to act immediately, physically moving the prepared meal into Isaac’s presence (Genesis 27:9). • The instruction underscores family roles: a mother directing her son, a son submitting (compareEphesians 6:1), yet both operating within God’s sovereign plan that “the older will serve the younger” (Romans 9:12). • Faith works through actions; Jacob’s obedience—however flawed—moves the prophecy forward, just as Abraham’s physical journey demonstrated faith inGenesis 12:4. • Isaac, as covenant head, stands ready to confer blessing; approaching him parallels later scenes where sons draw near for final words (Genesis 49:28-29).
to eat• In patriarchal culture, a meal often accompanied covenant moments (Genesis 18:8;Exodus 24:11). • Food here is more than nourishment; it sets the atmosphere for solemn pronouncement, much like Jesus shared bread and wine before instituting the New Covenant (Luke 22:19-20). • The act reminds us that God meets people in ordinary settings—kitchen aromas and table fellowship—before unveiling extraordinary grace.
so that he may bless you• The blessing is not a casual wish but a prophetic, legally binding transmission of covenant promises (Genesis 27:28-29;Hebrews 11:20). • It conveys: – Material abundance (“May God give you the dew of heaven…”) – Authority over nations and siblings – Continuation of the Abrahamic promise (Genesis 12:3). • Though Isaac intends to bless Esau, God’s earlier word guarantees Jacob receives it (Genesis 25:23). Human schemes cannot overturn divine election; rather, God weaves even flawed decisions into His purpose (Proverbs 19:21).
before he dies.• Isaac senses his mortality (Genesis 27:2). Final words carry weight, echoing Moses’ last charge inDeuteronomy 31:14 and Paul’s farewell in2 Timothy 4:6-8. • Urgency heightens the drama: this is the last window to secure the future of the covenant line. • The statement underscores life’s brevity (Psalm 90:12) and the need to settle spiritual matters while opportunity remains.
summaryGenesis 27:10 shows a mother’s directive, a son’s swift action, a covenant meal, an irrevocable paternal blessing, and the urgency of mortality. Each phrase reveals God’s hidden hand steering history, ensuring His promised line continues through Jacob. What began in an ordinary kitchen scene becomes a pivotal moment in redemptive history, reminding us that God’s purposes stand, His blessings are sure, and our timely obedience matters.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Then takeוְהֵבֵאתָ֥(wə·hê·ḇê·ṯā)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 935:To come in, come, go in, goit to your fatherלְאָבִ֖יךָ(lə·’ā·ḇî·ḵā)Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 1:Fatherto eat,וְאָכָ֑ל(wə·’ā·ḵāl)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 398:To eatso thatבַּעֲבֻ֛ר(ba·‘ă·ḇur)Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5668:Crossed, transit, on account of, in order thathe may blessיְבָרֶכְךָ֖(yə·ḇā·reḵ·ḵā)Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | second person masculine singular
Strong's 1288:To kneel, to bless God, man, to curseyou beforeלִפְנֵ֥י(lip̄·nê)Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440:The facehe dies.”מוֹתֽוֹ׃(mō·w·ṯōw)Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4194:Death, the dead, their place, state, pestilence, ruin
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