Jacob gathered his sons together to tell them what would happen to them and their descendants in the future.
Reuben was outstanding in dignity and power.
Reuben would not have the pre-eminence because he defiled his father’s bed.
Jacob cursed the fierce and cruel anger of Simeon and Levi.
Jacob said his others sons would bow down before Judah.
Judah was promised that the sceptre would not depart from him until Shiloh came, and that the nations would obey him.
Jacob said the descendants of Zebulun would live by the shore of the sea.
Jacob said Dan would be like a poisonous snake.
Jacob said Asher would be known for providing royal delicacies.
Jacob said Joseph would be like a fruitful bough whose branches climb over a wall.
Jacob said the hands of the mighty one of Jacob, the Rock of Israel would keep Joseph’s bow steady and his hands skillful.
Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Rebekah, and Leah were already buried there.
Jacob breathed his last and went to his people.