Out of the foggy details of ancient monotheism mentioned in Genesis chapters 1 through 11, the Hebrew Scriptures unveil a clear plan for a monotheistic nation, fathered by Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. This chapter takes you through the birth of this nation and its resulting religious traditions. From the twelve sons of Jacob, to the Hebrew kingdoms they established, you will find a people whose faith and folly have shaped the religious fabric of the Middle East and much of the world.