ESV Reformation Study Bible – Gen 49:9
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Gen 49:9

49:9 lion’s cub. Signifying strength, courage, and boldness (Judg. 14:18; Prov. 28:1), the lion was an apt symbol of the warrior kings of Judah’s Davidic line—a royal line culminating in the conquering Messiah, Jesus Christ (Rev. 5:5).