What do Abraham's four altars, Isaac's four wells, and Jacob's four pillars teach that could be applicable for me today? Looking at these themes across a book like Genesis might not seem the most practical but actually reveals precious treasures for the way we should live our lives. The patriarchs all had different relationships with God, the world around them, and with their family. Looking into their lives can teach us valuable lessons illuminating our walk of faith as a lamp for our feet and a light for our path.