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Genesis 27:28

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Therefore God give thee of the dew of heaven, and the fatness of the earth, and plenty of corn and wine:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So may God give you the dew from heaven and the rich soil of the earth, and plenty of grain and wine.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is a blessing asking God to provide abundant harvests and prosperity from both heaven and earth.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Genesis, this verse is part of Isaac's blessing to his son Jacob, whom he mistakenly believes is Esau, as Jacob deceives his father with his mother's help. This blessing reflects the ancient patriarchal customs where a father's words carried prophetic weight, promising material abundance as a sign of God's favor in the context of the covenant with Abraham. Such promises of fertility and prosperity were central to the nomadic lifestyle of the time, emphasizing God's provision for His chosen lineage.

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