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Esau
Esau (/ˈiːsɔː/; Hebrew: עֵשָׂו, Standard: Esav) is a figure in the Hebrew Bible, the elder son of Isaac who was the ancestor of the Edomites. His story is primarily found in the Genesis chapters 25–28.
Etymology
The name Esau is a derived from Hebrew word 'עֵשָׂו' (Esav), which could mean 'hairy' or 'rough', in reference to Esau's characteristics at birth.
Related Terms
- Isaac: Father of Esau and a patriarch in the narratives of the Hebrew Bible.
- Jacob: Younger twin brother of Esau, who tricked him into giving up his birthright.
- Edomites: Descendants of Esau, who lived in the region of Edom.
- Birthright: A right or privilege that you have because you are the oldest son, which Esau sold to Jacob.
- Blessing: A divine or supernatural aid or reward, which Esau was tricked out of by Jacob.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Esau
- Wikipedia's article - Esau
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