biblical_figure

jacob

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Properties

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0
attribute
had faults
biblical_role
son of Isaac
choice_priority
soul on top
description
A biblical figure, son of Isaac, who is used metaphorically to represent the 'God-born man' focused on spiritual qualities and eternal recompense.
family_role
son, brother
influence
still lives and influences human conduct
name_popularity
high
parent_1
Isaac
parent_2
Rebekah
received_from
God
sibling
Esau
status
fugitive
symbolism
spiritual qualities
trait
covetous, manipulative

Relationships

  • referenced_byGod
    context
    bestowed_upon
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    source_text
    but God gave the blessing to Jacob
  • extracted_fromSource
    extracted_at
    2026-03-01T21:03:24.749Z
    source
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  • is_sibling_ofEsau
    description
    Jacob and Esau are explicitly identified as brothers, being the sons of Isaac and Rebekah.
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    source_text
    Esau and Jacob, of course.
  • has_higher_name_popularity_thanEsau
    description
    The text highlights that the name Jacob is significantly more common globally than the name Esau in educational contexts.
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    source_text
    there are a thousand little fellows who answer to the name of Jacob to one little fellow who answers “Present” when the name of Esau is called?
  • extracted_fromSource
    extracted_at
    2026-03-01T21:03:31.859Z
    source
    Sourcetext_chunk
  • is_father_ofJoseph
    description
    The text explicitly states that Jacob was the father of Joseph, establishing a direct familial link.
    source
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    source_text
    For he was the father of Joseph
  • path_starts_atShechem
    description
    Jacob's influential path across the world is described as beginning in Shechem.
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    source_text
    it is open and plain from Shechem to Egypt
  • path_includesEgypt
    description
    Egypt is identified as a significant point along Jacob's enduring path across the world.
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    source_text
    from Shechem to Egypt, from Egypt to Sinai
  • path_includesSinai
    description
    Sinai is a crucial location mentioned as part of Jacob's clear and influential path.
    source
    Sourcetext_chunk
    source_text
    from Egypt to Sinai, and from Sinai
  • path_ends_atPromised Land
    description
    The Promised Land is presented as the ultimate destination of Jacob's path, located beyond the river.
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    source_text
    from Sinai to the Promised Land beyond the river
  • places_on_topSoul
    description
    Jacob is portrayed as elevating the soul to a position of dominance over the senses, guiding his decisions.
    source
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    source_text
    but a young Jacob, with the soul on top
  • subordinatesPresent Good
    description
    Jacob's wisdom is exemplified by his ability to defer immediate gratification, making a present good secondary to a future reward.
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    source_text
    subordinate a present good to a future reward
  • path_isopen and plain
    description
    Jacob's path is described as clear, unobstructed, and well-defined, symbolizing his lasting influence and clear legacy.
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    Sourcetext_chunk
    source_text
    Oh no; it is open and plain from Shechem to Egypt
  • extracted_fromSource
    extracted_at
    2026-03-01T21:03:44.625Z
    source
    Sourcetext_chunk
  • same_as01KJNKCC7YSAPC8B95KC8P0TFH
    confidence
    1
    detected_at
    2026-03-01T21:06:45.077Z
    detected_by
    kg-dedupe-resolver
    reasoning
    Both entities are labeled 'jacob' and described as biblical figures. Candidate 1 explicitly mentions being the 'father of Joseph', 'younger brother' of Esau, and 'son' of Isaac, all of which are consistent with the source. The description of being an 'aged and wearied pilgrim' received by 'Pharaoh' in 'Egypt' aligns with the source's 'path_includes Egypt' and the biblical narrative. Further, Candidate 1 details Jacob's actions of 'deceiving Isaac' and 'persuading Esau' for the birthright, which are central to the biblical Jacob's story and implicitly align with the source's 'choice_priority: soul on top' and 'subordinates Present Good'.
  • same_as01KJNKCBZG54N3TFE3QRRHTHK9
    confidence
    1
    detected_at
    2026-03-01T21:06:45.077Z
    detected_by
    kg-dedupe-resolver
    reasoning
    Both entities are labeled 'jacob' and identified as 'biblical figures'/'patriarchs'. Candidate 4's description 'known for his story of encountering God and having his name changed to Israel' is a definitive characteristic of the biblical Jacob, consistent with the source. The relationship 'meets_with Pharaoh' and 'appears_before Pharaoh' also aligns with the source's 'path_includes Egypt' and the narrative of Jacob's journey to Egypt. The presence of a 'same_as' relationship to Candidate 1, which is a strong duplicate, further reinforces this match.
  • covetedBirthright Blessing
    description
    Jacob deeply desired and sought after the birthright blessing, contrasting with Esau's indifference.
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    source_text
    young Jacob cared everything for it, and coveted it
  • planned_to_secureBirthright Blessing
    description
    Jacob, in collaboration with his mother, devised a strategy to obtain the birthright blessing.
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    they made a little plan to-
  • is_brother_ofEsau
    description
    Jacob and Esau are siblings, with Jacob eventually usurping Esau's birthright.
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    source_text
    Jacob a fugitive from his brother’s righteous wrath
  • extracted_fromSource
    extracted_at
    2026-03-01T21:10:16.118Z
    source
    Sourcetext_chunk
  • representsGod-born man
    description
    The biblical figure Jacob is summoned metaphorically to represent the ideal 'God-born man' who prioritizes spiritual matters.
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    Sourcetext_chunk
    source_text
    summon Jacob to the top and front of your life—the God-born man
  • extracted_fromSource
    extracted_at
    2026-03-01T21:10:32.799Z
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