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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: The House of Jacob</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/t/the_house_of_jacob.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/genesis/32-28.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/h/house.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > The House of Jacob</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/t/the_house_of_israel_and_the_house_of_judah.htm" title="The House of Israel and the House of Judah">◄</a> The House of Jacob <a href="/topical/t/the_house_of_jairus.htm" title="The House of Jairus">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>The term "House of Jacob" is a significant biblical phrase that refers to the descendants and nation of Jacob, also known as Israel. Jacob, the son of Isaac and grandson of Abraham, was a patriarch whose twelve sons became the progenitors of the twelve tribes of Israel. The "House of Jacob" thus represents the collective identity of the Israelites, both as a family and as a nation.<br><br><b>Biblical Origins and Significance</b><br><br>Jacob's account is foundational to the identity of the Israelites. After wrestling with God, Jacob's name was changed to Israel, meaning "he struggles with God" (<a href="/genesis/32-28.htm">Genesis 32:28</a>). This event marked a pivotal moment in biblical history, as Jacob's descendants would carry the name Israel, signifying their unique relationship with God.<br><br>The "House of Jacob" is first mentioned in Genesis and is frequently referenced throughout the Old Testament. It symbolizes not only the physical lineage of Jacob but also the spiritual and covenantal relationship between God and His chosen people. In <a href="/exodus/19-3.htm">Exodus 19:3</a>, God instructs Moses to speak to the "House of Jacob" and declare His covenant, emphasizing their role as a "kingdom of priests and a holy nation" (<a href="/exodus/19-6.htm">Exodus 19:6</a>).<br><br><b>Prophetic and Eschatological Context</b><br><br>The prophets often addressed the "House of Jacob" in their messages, calling them to repentance and faithfulness. Isaiah, for instance, exhorts the "House of Jacob" to walk in the light of the Lord (<a href="/isaiah/2-5.htm">Isaiah 2:5</a>). The prophets also warned of judgment due to the nation's disobedience but offered hope for restoration. In <a href="/isaiah/46-3.htm">Isaiah 46:3</a>, God reassures the "House of Jacob" of His enduring support and deliverance.<br><br>In eschatological terms, the "House of Jacob" is central to God's redemptive plan. The New Testament echoes this theme, as seen in <a href="/luke/1-33.htm">Luke 1:33</a>, where the angel Gabriel announces to Mary that Jesus will reign over the "House of Jacob" forever, and His kingdom will have no end. This promise underscores the continuity of God's covenant with Israel and its fulfillment in Christ.<br><br><b>Theological Implications</b><br><br>The "House of Jacob" serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and the enduring nature of His promises. It highlights the importance of covenantal relationships and the call to live in obedience to God's commands. The identity of the "House of Jacob" is not merely ethnic but deeply spiritual, encompassing all who are grafted into the promises of Israel through faith in Jesus Christ (<a href="/romans/11-17.htm">Romans 11:17-24</a>).<br><br>Throughout Scripture, the "House of Jacob" is a testament to God's sovereign choice and His unfolding plan of salvation. It invites believers to reflect on their own identity as part of God's people and to live in accordance with His will, anticipating the ultimate fulfillment of His promises in the new creation.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/h/house.htm">House</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/h/house_blessing.htm">House Blessing</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/h/house_churches.htm">House Churches</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/h/house_dedication.htm">House Dedication</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/h/house_of_asuppim.htm">House of Asuppim</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/h/house_of_god.htm">House of God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/h/house_of_god--a_place_of_prayer.htm">House of God: A Place of Prayer</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/h/house_of_god--holy.htm">House of God: Holy</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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href="/topical/naves/h/house--architecture_of_summer_apartment.htm">House: Architecture of Summer Apartment</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/h/house--architecture_of_texts_of_scripture_on_doorposts_of.htm">House: Architecture of Texts of Scripture on Doorposts of</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/h/house--architecture_of_used_as_dwelling_place.htm">House: Architecture of Used As Dwelling Place</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/h/house--architecture_of_used_as_place_to_sleep.htm">House: Architecture of Used As Place to Sleep</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/h/house--architecture_of_windows.htm">House: Architecture of Windows</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/h/house--architecture_of_with_courts.htm">House: Architecture of With Courts</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/h/house--built_into_city_walls.htm">House: Built Into City Walls</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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