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25 And the first came forth [a]red, all over like a hairy garment; and they called his name Esau. 26 And after that came forth his brother, and his hand had hold on Esau’s heel; and his name was called [b]Jacob: and Isaac was threescore years old when she bare them.

27 And the boys grew: and Esau was a skilful hunter, a man of the field; and Jacob was a [c]quiet man, dwelling in tents.

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Footnotes

  1. Genesis 25:25 Or, ruddy
  2. Genesis 25:26 That is, One that takes by the heel or supplants.
  3. Genesis 25:27 Or, harmless. Hebrew perfect.