As Sarah and Abraham die, the blessing and familial focus turns to Isaac and Rebekahs, family. The story reveals that Abraham's sins have spread to his descendants as well as the promise. The conflict between Jacob and Esau demonstrates another ongoing theme of fraternal violence.. One specific highlight is the mediation of Rebekah on the behalf of Jacob. This will prove important later as God moves in other prophets and leaders lives to fulfill his will in the world.