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Genesis 27 Chapter Verse 1 to 4.

And it came to pass, that when Isaac was old, and his eyes were dim, so that he could not see, he called Esau his eldest son, and said unto him, My son: and he said unto him, Behold, here am I.
2 And he said, Behold now, I am old, I know not the day of my death:
3 Now therefore take, I pray thee, thy weapons, thy quiver and thy bow, and go out to the field, and take me some venison;
4 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.

Reasons Isaac Wanted to Bless Esau

Esau Was the Firstborn (By Birthright)

In the culture of that time, the firstborn son usually received the main blessing of inheritance and leadership of the family (Deuteronomy 21:17).

Isaac, following custom, wanted to give Esau the greater blessing.

Isaac’s Natural Affection for Esau

Genesis 25:28 says: “Isaac loved Esau, because he ate of his venison; but Rebekah loved Jacob.”

Isaac had a special fondness for Esau because of his hunting skills and the food he provided. This personal preference influenced his decision.

Traditional Passing of Covenant Blessing

Isaac was the son of Abraham, the one chosen by God. The covenant promises (land, descendants, blessing to nations) had to pass to the next generation.

Isaac thought Esau, being the eldest, was the rightful one to continue the line.

Isaac’s Limited Spiritual Insight at That Time

God had already revealed to Rebekah that “the elder shall serve the younger” (Genesis 25:23).

But Isaac either overlooked or resisted this prophecy, perhaps blinded by his love for Esau.

Blessing Before Death

In Genesis 27:2, Isaac said: “Behold now, I am old, I know not the day of my death.”

He wanted to formally pass on the blessing before dying, ensuring Esau received it in time.