Texts · 16 · Isaac and Rebekah

A herder becomes a farmer

One verse has Isaac sow and reap a hundredfold. Elsewhere he's a herder. The added line explains his wealth as God's blessing during famine.

Additions change identities.

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Without it, the text reads 'whoever touches this man' then 'the man became rich,' crediting the king's protection.

Bible reference: Genesis 26:12

Source: Why the Bible Began, pp. 262–263

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