Genesis 27:1-4

Genesis 27:1-4

[1] And it came to pass,  that when Isaac  was old,  and his eyes  were dim,  so that he could not see,  he called  Esau  his eldest  son,  and said  unto him, My son:  and he said  [2] And he said,  Behold now, I am old,  I know  not the day  of my death:  [3] Now therefore take,  I pray thee, thy weapons,  thy quiver  and thy bow,  and go out  to the field,  and take  [4] And make  me savoury meat,  such as  I love,  and bring  it to me, that I may eat;  that my soul  may bless  thee before  I die. 

What does Genesis 27:1-4 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Abraham"s life ended with happiness, success, and a strong character. In contrast, physical and spiritual decay marked Isaac"s old age. [1]
"In this the infirmity of his [2] flesh is evident. At the same time, it was not merely because of his partiality for Esau, but unquestionably on account of the natural rights of the firstborn, that he wished to impart the blessing to him, just as the desire to do this before his death arose from the consciousness of his patriarchal call." [3]
". . . Isaac"s sensuality is more powerful than his theology." [4]