3 I was born the fifth son to Jacob, by way of hire for the mandrakes. (T12)
Testament of Issachar 1:3
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Testament of Issachar 1:16–18
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Testament of Gad 1:1–3
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Testament of Simeon 1:3–5
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Testament of Judah 1:2–4
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