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Esau

Facts:

Esau was one of the twin sons of Isaac and Rebekah. He was the first baby born to them. His twin brother was Jacob.

  • Esau sold his birthright to his brother Jacob in exchange for a bowl of food.
  • Since Esau was born first, his father Isaac was supposed to give him a special blessing. But Jacob tricked Isaac into giving him that blessing instead. At first Esau was so angry that he wanted to kill Jacob, but later he forgave him.
  • Esau had many children and grandchildren, and these descendants formed a large people group living in the land of Canaan.

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(See also: Edom, Isaac, Jacob, Rebekah)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

  • 06:07 When Rebekah's babies were born, the older son came out red and hairy, and they named him Esau.
  • 07:02 So __Esau __ gave Jacob his rights as the oldest son.
  • 07:04 When Isaac felt the goat hair and smelled the clothes, he thought it was Esau and blessed him.
  • 07:05 Esau hated Jacob because Jacob had stolen his rights as oldest son and also his blessing.
  • 07:10 But __Esau __ had already forgiven Jacob, and they were happy to see each other again.

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H6215, G2269

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Esau, Esau's