Torah Cafe

How did Jacob trick his father?


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In one of the most perplexing stories in the Torah, Isaac wanted to bless his older son Esau before his death. However, his younger son Jacob tricked his father into believing that he was Esau and blessing him instead. 

How was Jacob allowed to trick his father? Was it ethical for him to take the blessings meant for his brother?

A fascinating class about how Jacob was able to trick his father.

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