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oldest son of jacob
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First born son was actually Gad, the mother being Zilpah, Leah's maid servant...(Leah being Jacob's first wife and sister of second wife Rachel).
First born of Leah was Reuben.
First born of Bilhah, Rachel's maid servant was Dan.
First born of Rachel was Benjamin (she died giving birth to this son).
In all, 12 sons were born, becoming the names of the twelve tribes of Israel (Jacob becomes Israel after wrestling with God, El Shaddai).
So, take your pick...