Jacob Returns to Bethel and God Reaffirms His Covenant ( Genesis 35)

Summary: 

In Genesis 35, God instructs Jacob to return to Bethel and build an altar. Jacob purifies his household, removing foreign gods, and they journey to Bethel. There, God reaffirms Jacob’s new name, Israel, and reiterates the covenant promises of land, descendants, and blessings. Rachel dies giving birth to Benjamin, and Isaac also passes away. The chapter concludes with a list of Jacob’s twelve sons.

Theme: Renewal of faith, obedience, and God’s faithfulness.

Main Point: Jacob’s return to Bethel symbolizes spiritual renewal, and God’s reaffirmation of the covenant underscores His enduring promises.

Metasearch (120 characters): Jacob returns to Bethel, God reaffirms covenant, Rachel dies, Benjamin born, Isaac’s death, twelve sons listed.