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He replied, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/genesis/32.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />And he said to him, “What is your name?” And he said, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/genesis/32.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />“What is your name?” the man asked. “Jacob,” he replied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/genesis/32.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And he said unto him, What <i>is</i> thy name? And he said, Jacob.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/genesis/32.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />So He said to him, “What <i>is</i> your name?” He said, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/genesis/32.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />So he said to him, “What is your name?” And he said, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/genesis/32.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />So he said to him, &#8220What is your name?&#8221 And he said, &#8220Jacob.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/genesis/32.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />So he said to him, “What is your name?” And he said, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/genesis/32.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />So he said to him, “What is your name?” And he said, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/32.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />So He asked him, “What is your name?” And he said, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/32.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />“What is your name? ” the man asked. “Jacob,” he replied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/32.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />What is your name?&#8221 the man asked.&#8221 Jacob,&#8221 he replied.&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/32.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And he said unto him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/genesis/32.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Then the man asked, "What is your name?" "Jacob," he answered. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/32.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And he said unto him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/genesis/32.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />So the man asked him, "What's your name?" "Jacob," he answered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/genesis/32.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />"What is your name?" the man asked. "Jacob," he answered. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/32.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Then the man asked him, "What's your name?" "Jacob," he responded<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/genesis/32.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />?What is your name?? the man asked. ?Jacob,? he replied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/genesis/32.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The man asked him, "What is your name?" He answered, "Jacob."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/genesis/32.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />And he said to him, "What is your name?"He said, "Jacob."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/32.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And he said to him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/genesis/32.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />He said to him, “What is your name?” He said, “Jacob”. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/32.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And He says to him, “What [is] your name?” And he says, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/32.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And he saith unto him, 'What is thy name?' and he saith, 'Jacob.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/32.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And he will say to him, What thy name? and he will say, Jacob.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/32.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And he said: What is thy name? He answered: Jacob. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/32.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Therefore he said, “What is your name?” He answered, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/genesis/32.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />“What is your name?” the man asked. He answered, “Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/genesis/32.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />So he said to him, “What is your name?” And he said, “Jacob.”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/genesis/32.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And he said to him, What is your name? And he said, Jacob.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/genesis/32.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And he said to him, “What is your name?”, and he said, “Yaquuv”.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/32.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And he said unto him: 'What is thy name?' And be said: 'Jacob.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/genesis/32.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And he said to him, What is thy name? and he answered, Jacob.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/32-27.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ehevn8iSgc?start=8268" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/genesis/32.htm">Jacob Wrestles with God</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">26</span>Then the man said, “Let me go, for it is daybreak.” But Jacob replied, “I will not let you go unless you bless me.” <span class="reftext">27</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4100.htm" title="4100: mah- (Interrog) -- What? how? anything. ">“What</a> <a href="/hebrew/8034.htm" title="8034: šə·me·ḵā (N-msc:: 2ms) -- A primitive word; an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character.">is your name?”</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: way·yō·mer (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">the man asked.</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’ê·lāw (Prep:: 3ms) -- To, into, towards. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/3290.htm" title="3290: ya·‘ă·qōḇ (N-proper-ms) -- A son of Isaac, also his desc. From aqab; heel-catcher; Jaakob, the Israelitish patriarch.">“Jacob,”</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: way·yō·mer (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">he replied.</a> </span><span class="reftext">28</span>Then the man said, “Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel, because you have struggled with God and with men, and you have prevailed.”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/35-10.htm">Genesis 35:10</a></span><br />And God said to him, “Though your name is Jacob, you will no longer be called Jacob. Instead, your name will be Israel.” So God named him Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/17-5.htm">Genesis 17:5</a></span><br />No longer will you be called Abram, but your name will be Abraham, for I have made you a father of many nations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hosea/12-3.htm">Hosea 12:3-4</a></span><br />In the womb he grasped his brother’s heel, and in his vigor he wrestled with God. / Yes, he struggled with the angel and prevailed; he wept and sought His favor; he found Him at Bethel and spoke with Him there—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/17-34.htm">2 Kings 17:34</a></span><br />To this day they are still practicing their former customs. None of them worship the LORD or observe the statutes, ordinances, laws, and commandments that the LORD gave the descendants of Jacob, whom He named Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/62-2.htm">Isaiah 62:2</a></span><br />Nations will see your righteousness, and all kings your glory. You will be called by a new name that the mouth of the LORD will bestow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/65-15.htm">Isaiah 65:15</a></span><br />You will leave behind your name as a curse for My chosen ones, and the Lord GOD will slay you; but to His servants He will give another name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/2-17.htm">Revelation 2:17</a></span><br />He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who overcomes, I will give the hidden manna. I will also give him a white stone inscribed with a new name, known only to the one who receives it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/3-12.htm">Revelation 3:12</a></span><br />The one who overcomes I will make a pillar in the temple of My God, and he will never again leave it. Upon him I will write the name of My God, and the name of the city of My God (the new Jerusalem that comes down out of heaven from My God), and My new name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/16-17.htm">Matthew 16:17-18</a></span><br />Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah! For this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by My Father in heaven. / And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/1-42.htm">John 1:42</a></span><br />Andrew brought him to Jesus, who looked at him and said, “You are Simon son of John. You will be called Cephas” (which is translated as Peter).<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/9-4.htm">Acts 9:4-5</a></span><br />He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?” / “Who are You, Lord?” Saul asked. “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,” He replied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-9.htm">Acts 13:9</a></span><br />Then Saul, who was also called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked directly at Elymas<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/10-9.htm">1 Samuel 10:9</a></span><br />As Saul turned to leave Samuel, God changed Saul’s heart, and all the signs came to pass that day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/18-31.htm">1 Kings 18:31</a></span><br />And Elijah took twelve stones, one for each tribe of the sons of Jacob, to whom the word of the LORD had come and said, “Israel shall be your name.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/5-17.htm">2 Corinthians 5:17</a></span><br />Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away. Behold, the new has come!</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And he said to him, What is your name? And he said, Jacob.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/32-26.htm">Jacob</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/32-28.htm">Jacob</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 32</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/32-1.htm">Jacob's vision at Mahanaim.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/32-3.htm">His message to Esau.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/32-6.htm">He is afraid of Esau's coming.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/32-9.htm">He prays for deliverance.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/32-13.htm">He sends a present to Esau, and passes the brook Jabbok.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">24. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/32-24.htm">He wrestles with an angel at Peniel, where he is called Israel.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/32-31.htm">He halts.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/32.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/genesis/32.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>“What is your name?” the man asked.</b><br>This question is posed by the mysterious figure Jacob wrestles with, often interpreted as an angel or a theophany, a pre-incarnate appearance of Christ. The question is not for the figure's knowledge but for Jacob's self-realization. In biblical times, names were deeply significant, often reflecting one's character or destiny. Jacob's name, meaning "supplanter" or "deceiver," reflects his past actions, such as deceiving his brother Esau and his father Isaac. This moment is pivotal, as it leads to a transformation in Jacob's identity and relationship with God. The question also echoes God's practice of asking questions to prompt self-reflection, as seen with Adam in <a href="/genesis/3-9.htm">Genesis 3:9</a>.<p><b>“Jacob,” he replied.</b><br>Jacob's response is an admission of his identity and past actions. This acknowledgment is crucial for his transformation. By stating his name, Jacob confronts his history of deceit and manipulation. This moment of honesty is a turning point, leading to his renaming as Israel, meaning "he struggles with God," signifying a new identity and mission. This transformation prefigures the Christian concept of being born again, where believers receive a new identity in Christ. Jacob's encounter and subsequent name change foreshadow the transformative power of divine encounters, as seen in the New Testament with figures like Saul becoming Paul.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jacob.htm">Jacob</a></b><br>The central figure in this passage, Jacob is the son of Isaac and Rebekah, and the twin brother of Esau. Known for his cunning and determination, Jacob is on a journey of transformation and reconciliation.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_man.htm">The Man</a></b><br>Often interpreted as an angel or a theophany (a manifestation of God), this figure wrestles with Jacob throughout the night, leading to a pivotal moment of identity and blessing.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/peniel.htm">Peniel</a></b><br>The place where Jacob wrestles with the man. It is significant as the location where Jacob's name is changed to Israel, symbolizing his transformation and the divine encounter.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wrestling_event.htm">The Wrestling Event</a></b><br>This event is a physical and spiritual struggle that represents Jacob's internal conflict and his striving with God and men.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/n/name_change.htm">Name Change</a></b><br>The question about Jacob's name leads to a significant transformation, as Jacob is later renamed Israel, meaning "he struggles with God."<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/i/identity_in_christ.htm">Identity in Christ</a></b><br>Just as Jacob's identity was transformed through his encounter with God, believers are given a new identity in Christ. Reflect on how your identity is shaped by your relationship with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/perseverance_in_prayer.htm">Perseverance in Prayer</a></b><br>Jacob's wrestling signifies persistent prayer and seeking God's blessing. Encourage believers to persist in prayer, even when faced with struggles.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_encounters.htm">Divine Encounters</a></b><br>God meets us in our struggles and can transform our weaknesses into strengths. Be open to divine encounters that challenge and change you.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/confession_and_honesty.htm">Confession and Honesty</a></b><br>Jacob's admission of his name is an act of confession. Emphasize the importance of honesty before God as a step towards transformation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/transformation_through_struggle.htm">Transformation through Struggle</a></b><br>Life's struggles can lead to spiritual growth and transformation. Encourage viewing challenges as opportunities for growth in faith.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_genesis_32.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 32</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_israel's_other_names.htm">What are the different names for Israel?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_all_religions_share_beliefs.htm">What is the meaning of the name Israel?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_a_touch_injure_jacob's_hip.htm">How is it scientifically plausible for Jacob's hip to be permanently injured simply by a touch (Gen. 32:25)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_was_jacob's_struggle_recorded.htm">If Jacob was alone during the struggle, how was this event recorded in such detail (Gen. 32:22-31)?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/genesis/32.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 27.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And he said unto him, What is thy name?</span> (not as if requiring to be informed, but as directing attention to it in view of the change about to be made upon it) <span class="cmt_word">And he said, Jacob</span> - <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e</span>. Heel-catcher, or Supplanter (<span class="accented">vide</span> <a href="/genesis/25-26.htm">Genesis 25:26</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/32-27.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">“What</span><br /><span class="heb">מַה־</span> <span class="translit">(mah-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interrogative<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4100.htm">Strong's 4100: </a> </span><span class="str2">What?, what!, indefinitely what</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is your name?”</span><br /><span class="heb">שְּׁמֶ֑ךָ</span> <span class="translit">(šə·me·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8034.htm">Strong's 8034: </a> </span><span class="str2">A name</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the man asked.</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיֹּ֥אמֶר</span> <span class="translit">(way·yō·mer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><br /><span class="word">“Jacob,”</span><br /><span class="heb">יַעֲקֹֽב׃</span> <span class="translit">(ya·‘ă·qōḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3290.htm">Strong's 3290: </a> </span><span class="str2">Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his desc</span><br /><br /><span class="word">he replied.</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיֹּ֖אמֶר</span> <span class="translit">(way·yō·mer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/32-27.htm">Genesis 32:27 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/32-27.htm">OT Law: Genesis 32:27 He said to him What is your (Gen. 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