Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Prepare me the kind of tasty food I like and bring it to me to eat, so that I may give you my blessing before I die.” New Living Translation Prepare my favorite dish, and bring it here for me to eat. Then I will pronounce the blessing that belongs to you, my firstborn son, before I die.” English Standard Version and prepare for me delicious food, such as I love, and bring it to me so that I may eat, that my soul may bless you before I die.” Berean Standard Bible Then prepare a tasty dish that I love and bring it to me to eat, so that I may bless you before I die.” Berean Literal Bible And make for me savory foods, as I have loved, and bring them to me that I may eat, that my soul may bless you before I die.” King James Bible 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. New King James Version And make me savory food, such as I love, and bring it to me that I may eat, that my soul may bless you before I die.” New American Standard Bible and prepare a delicious meal for me such as I love, and bring it to me that I may eat, so that my soul may bless you before I die.” NASB 1995 and prepare a savory dish for me such as I love, and bring it to me that I may eat, so that my soul may bless you before I die.” NASB 1977 and prepare a savory dish for me such as I love, and bring it to me that I may eat, so that my soul may bless you before I die.” Legacy Standard Bible and prepare a savory dish for me such as I love, and bring it to me that I may eat, so that my soul may bless you before I die.” Amplified Bible and make me a savory and delicious dish [of meat], the kind I love, and bring it to me to eat, so that my soul may bless you [as my firstborn son] before I die.” Berean Annotated Bible Then prepare a tasty dish that I love and bring it to me to eat, so that I may bless you before I die. Christian Standard Bible Then make me a delicious meal that I love and bring it to me to eat, so that I can bless you before I die.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Then make me a delicious meal that I love and bring it to me to eat, so that I can bless you before I die.” American Standard Version and make me savory food, such as I love, and bring it to me, that I may eat; that my soul may bless thee before I die. Contemporary English Version Cook some of that tasty food that I love so much and bring it to me. I want to eat it once more and give you my blessing before I die." English Revised Version 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. GOD'S WORD® Translation Prepare a good-tasting meal for me, just the way I like it. Bring it to me to eat so that I will bless you before I die." Good News Translation Cook me some of that tasty food that I like, and bring it to me. After I have eaten it, I will give you my final blessing before I die." International Standard Version Then prepare some food, just the way I like it, and bring it to me so that I can eat and bless you before I die." NET Bible Then prepare for me some tasty food, the kind I love, and bring it to me. Then I will eat it so that I may bless you before I die." New Heart English Bible Make me the tasty food that I love and bring it to me to eat, so that I may bless you before I die." Webster's Bible Translation And make me savory meat, such as I love, and bring it to me, that I may eat; that my soul may bless thee before I die. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen prepare a tasty dish that I love and bring it to me to eat, so that I may bless you before I die.” World English Bible Make me savory food, such as I love, and bring it to me, that I may eat, and that my soul may bless you before I die.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand make tasteful things for me, [such] as I have loved, and bring [them] to me, and I eat, so that my soul blesses you before I die.” Berean Literal Bible And make for me savory foods, as I have loved, and bring them to me that I may eat, that my soul may bless you before I die.” Young's Literal Translation and make for me tasteful things, such as I have loved, and bring in to me, and I do eat, so that my soul doth bless thee before I die.' Smith's Literal Translation And make for me dainties as that I loved, and bring it to me, and eating, that my soul shall praise thee before I shall die. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMake me savoury meat thereof, as thou knowest I like, and bring it, that I may eat: and my soul may bless thee before I die. Catholic Public Domain Version make from it a small meal for me, just as you know I like, and bring it, so that I may eat and my soul may bless you before I die.” New American Bible Then prepare for me a dish in the way I like, and bring it to me to eat, so that I may bless you before I die.” New Revised Standard Version Then prepare for me savory food, such as I like, and bring it to me to eat, so that I may bless you before I die.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd make me stewed meat, such as I like, and bring it to me, that I may eat, that my soul may bless you before I die. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And make stew like I love and bring it to me; I shall eat so that my soul may bless you before I die.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and make me savoury food, such as I love, and bring it to me, that I may eat; that my soul may bless thee before I die.' Brenton Septuagint Translation and make me meats, as I like them, and bring them to me that I may eat, that my soul may bless thee, before I die. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jacob's Deception…3Take your weapons—your quiver and bow—and go out into the field to hunt some game for me. 4Then prepare a tasty dish that I love and bring it to me to eat, so that I may bless you before I die.” 5Now Rebekah was listening to what Isaac told his son Esau. So when Esau went into the field to hunt game and bring it back,… Cross References Then prepare a tasty dish that I love Genesis 25:28 Because Isaac had a taste for wild game, he loved Esau; but Rebekah loved Jacob. Genesis 25:29-34 One day, while Jacob was cooking some stew, Esau came in from the field and was famished. / He said to Jacob, “Let me eat some of that red stew, for I am famished.” (That is why he was also called Edom.) / “First sell me your birthright,” Jacob replied. … 2 Samuel 13:5-7 Jonadab told him, “Lie down on your bed and pretend you are ill. When your father comes to see you, say to him, ‘Please let my sister Tamar come and give me something to eat. Let her prepare it in my sight so I may watch her and eat it from her hand.’” / So Amnon lay down and feigned illness. When the king came to see him, Amnon said, “Please let my sister Tamar come and make a couple of cakes in my sight, so that I may eat from her hand.” / Then David sent word to Tamar at the palace: “Please go to the house of Amnon your brother and prepare a meal for him.” and bring it to me to eat, 1 Kings 17:11-13 And as she was going to get it, he called to her and said, “Please bring me a piece of bread.” / But she replied, “As surely as the LORD your God lives, I have no bread—only a handful of flour in a jar and a little oil in a jug. Look, I am gathering a couple of sticks to take home and prepare a meal for myself and my son, so that we may eat it and die.” / “Do not be afraid,” Elijah said to her. “Go and do as you have said. But first make me a small cake of bread from what you have, and bring it out to me. Afterward, make some for yourself and your son, Genesis 18:6-8 So Abraham hurried into the tent and said to Sarah, “Quick! Prepare three seahs of fine flour, knead it, and bake some bread.” / Meanwhile, Abraham ran to the herd, selected a tender and choice calf, and gave it to a servant, who hurried to prepare it. / Then Abraham brought curds and milk and the calf that had been prepared, and he set them before the men and stood by them under the tree as they ate. John 21:12-13 “Come, have breakfast,” Jesus said to them. None of the disciples dared to ask Him, “Who are You?” They knew it was the Lord. / Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and He did the same with the fish. so that I may bless you Hebrews 11:20 By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau concerning the future. Genesis 49:28-33 These are the tribes of Israel, twelve in all, and this was what their father said to them. He blessed them, and he blessed each one with a suitable blessing. / Then Jacob instructed them, “I am about to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite. / The cave is in the field of Machpelah near Mamre, in the land of Canaan. This is the field Abraham purchased from Ephron the Hittite as a burial site. … Deuteronomy 33:1 This is the blessing that Moses the man of God pronounced upon the Israelites before his death. before I die.” Genesis 48:21 Then Israel said to Joseph, “Look, I am about to die, but God will be with you and bring you back to the land of your fathers. 1 Kings 2:1-4 As the time drew near for David to die, he charged his son Solomon, / “I am about to go the way of all the earth. So be strong and prove yourself a man. / And keep the charge of the LORD your God to walk in His ways and to keep His statutes, commandments, ordinances, and decrees, as written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you turn, … Hebrews 11:21 By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff. Genesis 9:3 Everything that lives and moves will be food for you; just as I gave you the green plants, I now give you all things. Genesis 27:19 Jacob said to his father, “I am Esau, your firstborn. I have done as you told me. Please sit up and eat some of my game, so that you may bless me.” Genesis 27:25 “Serve me,” said Isaac, “and let me eat some of my son’s game, so that I may bless you.” Jacob brought it to him, and he ate; then he brought him wine, and he drank. Genesis 27:31 He too made some tasty food, brought it to his father, and said to him, “My father, sit up and eat of your son’s game, so that you may bless me.” Treasury of Scripture And make me savoury meat, such as I love, and bring it to me, that I may eat; that my soul may bless you before I die. that I may eat. that my. Genesis 27:7,23,25,27 Bring me venison, and make me savoury meat, that I may eat, and bless thee before the LORD before my death… Genesis 14:19 And he blessed him, and said, Blessed be Abram of the most high God, possessor of heaven and earth: Genesis 24:60 And they blessed Rebekah, and said unto her, Thou art our sister, be thou the mother of thousands of millions, and let thy seed possess the gate of those which hate them. Jump to Previous Bless Blessing Death Die Dish Eat Food Good Kind Love Meal Meat Order Pleasing Prepare Savory Savoury Soul Taste Tasteful TastyJump to Next Bless Blessing Death Die Dish Eat Food Good Kind Love Meal Meat Order Pleasing Prepare Savory Savoury Soul Taste Tasteful TastyGenesis 27 1. Isaac sends Esau for venison.6. Rebekah instructs Jacob to obtain the blessing. 14. Jacob, feigning to be Esau, obtains it. 30. Esau brings venison. 33. Isaac trembles. 34. Esau complains, and by importunity obtains a blessing. 41. He threatens Jacob's life. 42. Rebekah disappoints him, by sending Jacob away. Then prepare a tasty dish that I love In this passage, Isaac is speaking to his son Esau. The preparation of a meal is significant in biblical times, often associated with hospitality and covenant-making. Isaac's request for a "tasty dish" reflects the cultural importance of food in familial and covenantal relationships. The Hebrew word for "tasty" can also imply something savory or delightful, indicating Isaac's personal preference and affection for Esau's cooking. This request sets the stage for the subsequent deception by Jacob, highlighting the familial tensions and the importance of the birthright and blessing in the patriarchal narratives. and bring it to me to eat so that I may bless you before I die Persons / Places / Events 1. IsaacThe patriarch of the family, son of Abraham, and father of Esau and Jacob. In this passage, he is preparing to give his blessing to his eldest son, Esau. 2. Esau The elder son of Isaac and Rebekah, known for his skill in hunting. He is the intended recipient of Isaac's blessing. 3. Jacob The younger son of Isaac and Rebekah, who ultimately receives the blessing through deception. 4. Rebekah Isaac's wife and mother of Esau and Jacob. She plays a crucial role in the events that follow, favoring Jacob and orchestrating the deception. 5. Canaan The land where these events take place, significant as the land promised to Abraham and his descendants. Teaching Points The Importance of BlessingsIn the biblical context, blessings were not just words but carried significant spiritual and material implications. Understanding the weight of blessings can encourage us to speak life and truth into others. Family Dynamics and Favoritism The account highlights the dangers of favoritism within families. Reflect on how favoritism can lead to division and conflict, and strive for fairness and love in family relationships. Deception and Its Consequences Jacob's deception, though part of God's plan, led to long-term family strife. This teaches us that while God can use our mistakes for His purposes, deceit often brings pain and division. God's Sovereignty and Human Actions Despite human schemes, God's purposes prevail. This encourages trust in God's sovereignty, even when circumstances seem contrary to His promises. The Role of Food and Fellowship The preparation of a meal as a prelude to blessing underscores the importance of hospitality and fellowship in building relationships and community. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 27:4?2. How does Genesis 27:4 illustrate the importance of parental blessings in families? 3. What role does obedience play in Isaac's request for "savory food" from Esau? 4. How can we apply the concept of blessings in Genesis 27:4 to our lives? 5. What scriptural connections exist between Genesis 27:4 and other biblical blessings? 6. How does Genesis 27:4 challenge us to honor and respect parental authority today? 7. Why does Isaac request a meal before blessing Esau in Genesis 27:4? 8. How does Genesis 27:4 reflect the importance of blessings in biblical times? 9. What cultural significance does the preparation of food have in Genesis 27:4? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 27? 11. What does the Bible say about aging? 12. Proverbs 16:31 declares that gray hair, or old age, is a crown of glory for the righteous--how do we reconcile this with the early deaths of many who lead faithful and moral lives? 13. How could Isaac be so easily deceived by Jacob's voice and skin when blessing him (Genesis 27:21-22)? 14. How could Jacob and Esau reconcile so suddenly in Genesis 33:4 after years of hostility, and is there historical evidence for Esau's 400 men? What Does Genesis 27:4 Mean Then prepare a tasty dish that I love• Isaac’s request shows the normal, concrete ways love was expressed in the patriarchal household—good food shared within family. • Scripture often links meals with covenantal moments (Genesis 18:1-8; Exodus 24:9-11; Luke 22:14-20). Here, a simple stew becomes the backdrop for a life-shaping act. • Isaac’s appetite reveals his humanity, yet God will still sovereignly work through it (Romans 8:28). and bring it to me to eat, • Obedience had to be personal: Esau must come himself. Blessing was not mailed; it was bestowed face-to-face. • The deliberate action echoes earlier scenes where gifts are “brought” to secure favor (Genesis 32:13-20; Proverbs 18:16). • Fellowship over food anticipates the communion believers enjoy with Christ (Revelation 3:20). so that I may bless you • The patriarchal blessing carried legal and spiritual weight (Genesis 28:3-4; Hebrews 11:20). • Isaac intends to pass on covenant promises first given to Abraham (Genesis 12:2-3; 26:3-5). • Blessing flowed through spoken words, reminding us that life and death are in the power of the tongue (Proverbs 18:21; James 3:9-10). before I die. • Isaac senses his mortality; wise people prepare for eternity (Psalm 90:12; Hebrews 9:27). • The urgency underscores that opportunities to impart godly heritage are limited (Deuteronomy 6:6-9; 2 Timothy 4:6-8). • Though Isaac expects to die soon, God grants him many more years (Genesis 35:27-29), highlighting that our times are in His hands (Psalm 31:15). summary Genesis 27:4 captures a father’s heartfelt desire to bless his son in the context of shared food, illustrating how ordinary moments can carry eternal significance. Isaac’s simple request aligns with covenant tradition, emphasizes personal obedience, and reminds us that the spoken blessing is precious and time-sensitive. God’s sovereign plan will unfold through these human actions, assuring us that He works through even the most mundane details to advance His redemptive purposes. (4) Savoury meat.--On the rare occasions on which an Arab sheik tastes flesh, it is flavoured with almonds, pistachio nuts, and raisins. It would thus not be easy for Isaac to distinguish the taste of the flesh of a kid from that of an antelope. As the Arabs always spare their own flocks and herds, the capture of a wild animal gives them the greater pleasure, and a feast thus provided seemed to the patriarch a proper occasion for the solemn decision which son should inherit the promises made to Abraham.That my soul may bless thee.--We gather from the solemn blessing given to his sons by Jacob (Genesis 49) that this was a prophetic act, by which the patriarchs, under the influence of the Spirit, and in expectation of death, decided to which son should belong the birthright. Jacob when dying bestowed it on Judah (Genesis 27:8-12). But here Isaac resisted the Spirit; for the clear warning had been given that "the elder should serve the younger" (Genesis 25:23). Isaac may have been moved to this act by indignation at the manner in which Esau had been induced to sell the birthright, and in annulling that sale he would have been within his rights; but he was not justified in disregarding the voice of prophecy, nor in his indifference to Esau's violation of the Abrahamic law in marrying heathen women. And thus he becomes the victim of craft and treachery, while Jacob is led on to a deed which was the cause of endless grief to him and Rebekah, and has stained his character for ever. But had Jacob possessed the same high standard of honour as distinguished David afterwards, he would equally have received the blessing, but without the sin of deception practised upon his own father. Verse 4. - And make me savory meat, - "delicious food," from a root whose primary idea is to taste, or try the flavor, of a thing. Schultens observes that the corresponding Arabic term is specially applied to dishes made of flesh taken in hunting, and highly esteemed by nomad tribes (vide Gesenius, p. 467) - such as I love (cf. Genesis 25:28, the ground of his partiality for Esau), and bring it to me, that I may eat; - "Though Isaac was blind and weak in his eyes, yet it seem-eth his body was of a strong constitution, seeing he was able to eat of wild flesh, which is of harder digestion" (Willet) - that - the conjunction בַּעֲבוּר followed by a future commonly expresses a purpose (cf. Exodus 9:14) - my soul may bless thee - notwithstanding the oracle (Genesis 25:23) uttered so many (fifty-seven or seventy-seven) years ago, Isaac appears to have clung to the belief that Esau was the destined heir of the covenant blessing; quoedam fuit coecitatis species, quae illi magis obstitit quam externa oeulorum caligo (Calvin) - before I die.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then prepareוַעֲשֵׂה־ (wa·‘ă·śêh-) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make a tasty dish מַטְעַמִּ֜ים (maṭ·‘am·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4303: Tasty or savory food, dainties that כַּאֲשֶׁ֥ר (ka·’ă·šer) Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that I love אָהַ֛בְתִּי (’ā·haḇ·tî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 157: To have affection f and bring וְהָבִ֥יאָה (wə·hā·ḇî·’āh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go it to me לִּ֖י (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew to eat, וְאֹכֵ֑לָה (wə·’ō·ḵê·lāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular Strong's 398: To eat so that בַּעֲב֛וּר (ba·‘ă·ḇūr) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5668: Crossed, transit, on account of, in order that I נַפְשִׁ֖י (nap̄·šî) Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 5315: A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion may bless תְּבָרֶכְךָ֥ (tə·ḇā·reḵ·ḵā) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person feminine singular | second person masculine singular Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse you before בְּטֶ֥רֶם (bə·ṭe·rem) Preposition-b | Adverb Strong's 2962: Non-occurrence, not yet, before I die.” אָמֽוּת׃ (’ā·mūṯ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 4191: To die, to kill Links Genesis 27:4 NIVGenesis 27:4 NLT Genesis 27:4 ESV Genesis 27:4 NASB Genesis 27:4 KJV Genesis 27:4 BibleApps.com Genesis 27:4 Biblia Paralela Genesis 27:4 Chinese Bible Genesis 27:4 French Bible Genesis 27:4 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 27:4 Make me savory food such as (Gen. 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