Playlist: Benjamin, Prophecy of (topic)
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Eleven): Genesis 49 and Deuteronomy 33
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn Genesis 49:27, Jacob portrays Benjamin as a ravenous wolf, a fierce and warlike predator driven by conflict and the pursuit of spoils. He declares, "Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil," suggesting a tribe characterized by aggression and single-minded …
Animals of Israel
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamAnimals often serve to symbolically represent human traits, and Jacob referred to some of his offspring in Genesis 49 as having animal characteristics.
Outside the Normal Pattern of Order
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod's orderliness is evident in the blessings and prophecies given to Jacob's sons, particularly in the distinct arrangements for Benjamin and Joseph. In Genesis 49:27, Jacob prophesies of Benjamin, declaring, "Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil." This …