Hebrews 11:20 web — By faith, Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.

World English Bible

"By faith, Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come."

— Hebrews 11:20, World English Bible

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Hebrews 11 — Context

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By faith, Abraham, being tested, offered up Isaac. Yes, he who had gladly received the promises was offering up his one and only son;

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even he to whom it was said, "In Isaac will your seed be called;"

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concluding that God is able to raise up even from the dead. Figuratively speaking, he also did receive him back from the dead.

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By faith, Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.

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By faith, Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and worshiped, leaning on the top of his staff.

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By faith, Joseph, when his end was near, made mention of the departure of the children of Israel; and gave instructions concerning his bones.

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By faith, Moses, when he was born, was hidden for three months by his parents, because they saw that he was a beautiful child, and they were not afraid of the king's commandment.

Hebrews 11:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hebrews 11:20 say?
Hebrews 11:20 in the World English Bible reads: “By faith, Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.”
Where is Hebrews 11:20 in the Bible?
Hebrews 11:20 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 11, verse 20.
Who wrote Hebrews?
Hebrews is traditionally attributed to Anonymous. Authorship has been debated since the earliest centuries — candidates include Paul, Apollos, Barnabas, Luke, and Priscilla. The letter itself is anonymous and the most honest answer is that we do not know. It was written c. AD 60–70.
What is the book of Hebrews about?
Hebrews is a sermon-letter showing that everything in the Old Covenant — priests, sacrifices, the tabernacle — pointed to Jesus, who is "better" in every way. It calls a tired church to draw near with confidence, hold fast their hope, and run the race set before them.
What are the major themes of Hebrews?
Hebrews explores themes including Supremacy of Christ, New Covenant, Priesthood, Faith, Perseverance. These themes shape the meaning and context of Hebrews 11:20.
What translation should I read Hebrews 11:20 in?
Hebrews 11:20 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 Hebrews 11:20?
Hebrews 11:20 reads (WEB): “By faith, Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.” 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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