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Yaakov

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Yaakov

יעקב

Yaakov- The literal Hebrew name for Jacob. The name literally means "heel catcher" (Genesis 25:26) but implies "supplanter".  Strongs #3290.  Pronounced yah ah KOHV.

 

Torah Portion

כּי תשׂא (Ki Tisa)

 

 

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