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Episode 587: From Jabbok to Peniel, with Peter Leithart

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The Meaning of Jacob's Name

In Hebrew, Jacob sounds like Yachov. The verb for wrestle is Yavak. At the jabber, the meaning of Jacob's name is revealed. In every match he prevails, even when God himself is the opponent. He has been strengthened from Jacob into Israel.

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