Genesis 27:21 Meaning and Explanation
“And Isaac said unto Jacob, Come near, I pray thee, that I may feel thee, my son, whether thou be my very son Esau or not.”
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Read Full Chapter →Isaac asks the disguised Jacob to come closer so he can touch him and verify his identity.
The Context of Genesis 27:21
Isaac asks Jacob to let him feel him to verify he is Esau.
What Does Genesis 27:21 Mean?
Isaac's suspicions have grown specific enough that he requests physical contact. He wants to touch his son to confirm the identity that voice and speed of return have put in doubt. His blindness has made him rely on touch as a final test.
This moment is the crisis point. Everything Rebekah planned—the goat fur on Jacob's hands and neck, the hairy skins that simulate Esau—will now be tested. If her disguise fails, the deception will be immediately exposed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 27:21
What does Genesis 27:21 mean?
Isaac asks the disguised Jacob to come closer so he can touch him and verify his identity.
What is the context of Genesis 27:21?
Isaac asks Jacob to let him feel him to verify he is Esau.