This is the modern story of Jacob’s Sheep. Jacob’s Sheep are an heirloom (unaltered) breed of ancient sheep, mentioned in Genesis 30. They originated with Jacob the Patriarch working for his father in ...

Jacob sheep are a rare breed said to be descended from the patriarch Jacob's flock referenced in the Book of Genesis. TORONTO (JTA) – A rare breed of sheep said to be descended from Jacob’s flock ...

LUCAS -- Beyond the gate to St. Jude's Farm, this side of a neighbor's tennis court, lies some breathing room for a mostly forgotten -- some say endangered -- breed of animal. The work at St. Jude's ...

Last year only one Jacob sheep, Poe, competed at the Carroll County 4-H & FFA Fair’s breeding sheep show; he came out as the grand champion in his class. This year he competed with almost 10 others of ...

Romney sheep produce a long fleece that is good for spinning. So do Coopworth sheep. People also like spinning yarn from Jacob sheep. Fleeces from these breeds and more will be available at the Garden ...