Israel
selfishly betrays a brother using an
identifying kiss
following a meal that is narratively framed by the coming death of an
"only begotten son"
famous for offering his own body as a willing sacrifice to God.
Yes,
Israel
points us to
Judas
!
Israel
snaps at his rival's heel.
Yes,
Israel
points us to the
serpent
!
Israel
falsely claims God's favor; his father intends no blessings for him.
Yes,
Israel
points us to
Israel
!
(Let's
continue
,
love.
)