Genesis 49:1-3

Living Bible

49 Then Jacob called together all his sons and said, “Gather around me and I will tell you what is going to happen to you in the days to come. ² Listen to me, O sons of Jacob; listen to Israel your father.

³ “Reuben, you are my oldest son, the child of my vigorous youth. You are the head of the list in rank and in honor.