Jacob (Israel)

Jacob, also known as Israel, is a key figure in the Hebrew Bible and the patriarch of the Israelites. He is the son of Isaac and Rebecca and the grandson of Abraham. Jacob is notable for having twelve sons who became the leaders of the twelve tribes of Israel. His story includes significant events like wrestling with an angel and receiving the name "Israel," meaning "he who struggles with God." Jacob's life reflects themes of faith, family dynamics, and divine promise, and he is central to the narratives of Genesis that shape Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.