Genesis 27:21 cpdv — And Isaac said, “Come here, so that I may touch you, my son, and may prove whether you are my son Esau, or not.”

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And Isaac said, “Come here, so that I may touch you, my son, and may prove whether you are my son Esau, or not.” "

— Genesis 27:21, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 27 — Context

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When he had carried these in, he said, “My father?” And he answered, “I’m listening. Who are you, my son?”

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And Jacob said: “I am Esau, your firstborn. I have done as you instructed me. Arise; sit and eat from my hunting, so that your soul may bless me.”

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And again Isaac said to his son, “How were you able to find it so quickly, my son?” He answered, “It was the will of God, so that what I sought met with me quickly.”

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And Isaac said, “Come here, so that I may touch you, my son, and may prove whether you are my son Esau, or not.”

22

He approached his father, and when he had felt him, Isaac said: “The voice indeed is the voice of Jacob. But the hands are the hands of Esau.”

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And he did not recognize him, because his hairy hands made him seem similar to the elder one. Therefore, blessing him,

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he said, “Are you my son Esau?” He answered, “I am.”

Genesis 27:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 27:21 say?
Genesis 27:21 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And Isaac said, “Come here, so that I may touch you, my son, and may prove whether you are my son Esau, or not.” ”
Where is Genesis 27:21 in the Bible?
Genesis 27:21 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 27, verse 21.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 27:21.
What translation should I read Genesis 27:21 in?
Genesis 27:21 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 27:21?
Genesis 27:21 reads (CPDV): “And Isaac said, “Come here, so that I may touch you, my son, and may prove whether you are my son Esau, or not.” ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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