Upon whom was the name Israel first bestowed?

Answer

"And He said, Thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel: for as a prince has thou power with God
and with men, and has prevailed." Gen. 32: 28.
NOTE - Israel means a "prince," or "one who prevails with God."
 


Can man free himself from the dominion of sin?
How is justification laid hold upon?
What is the very life of the Spirit?
What, in prophecy, is symbolized by waters?
What may be known with equal certainty when these signs have been seen?
What promises are made by Christ to the overcomer?
How much of the promised possession did Abraham expect during his lifetime?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle