New International VersionJacob replied, “First sell me your birthright.”
New Living Translation“All right,” Jacob replied, “but trade me your rights as the firstborn son.”
English Standard VersionJacob said, “Sell me your birthright now.”
Berean Standard Bible“First sell me your birthright,” Jacob replied.
King James BibleAnd Jacob said, Sell me this day thy birthright.
New King James VersionBut Jacob said, “Sell me your birthright as of this day.”
New American Standard BibleBut Jacob said, “First sell me your birthright.”
NASB 1995But Jacob said, “First sell me your birthright.”
NASB 1977But Jacob said, “First sell me your birthright.”
Legacy Standard BibleBut Jacob said, “First sell me your birthright.”
Amplified BibleJacob answered, “First sell me your birthright (the rights of a firstborn).”
Christian Standard BibleJacob replied, “First sell me your birthright.”
Holman Christian Standard BibleJacob replied, “First sell me your birthright."”
American Standard VersionAnd Jacob said, Sell me first thy birthright.
Contemporary English VersionJacob replied, "Sell me your rights as the first-born son."
English Revised VersionAnd Jacob said, Sell me this day thy birthright.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationJacob responded, "First, sell me your rights as firstborn."
Good News TranslationJacob answered, "I will give it to you if you give me your rights as the first-born son."
International Standard VersionBut Jacob responded, "Sell me your birthright. Do it now."
NET BibleBut Jacob replied, "First sell me your birthright."
New Heart English BibleJacob said, "First, sell me your birthright."
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd Jacob said, Sell to me this day thy birth-right. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“First sell me your birthright,” Jacob replied.
World English BibleJacob said, “First, sell me your birthright.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Jacob says, “Sell your birthright to me today.”
Young's Literal Translation and Jacob saith, 'Sell to-day thy birthright to me.'
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd Jacob will say, Sell this day thy birth-right to me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Jacob said to him: Sell me thy first birthright.
Catholic Public Domain VersionJacob said to him, “Sell me your right of the firstborn.”
New American BibleBut Jacob replied, “First sell me your right as firstborn.”
New Revised Standard VersionJacob said, “First sell me your birthright.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Jacob said, Sell me this day your birthright.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedYaquuv said to him, “Sell to me today your firstborn inheritance.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Jacob said: 'Sell me first thy birth right.'
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd Jacob said to Esau, Sell me this day thy birthright.
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Context Esau Sells His Birthright… 30He said to Jacob, “Let me eat some of that red stew, for I am famished.” (That is why he was also called Edom.) 31“Firstsellmeyour birthright,”Jacobreplied.32“Look,” said Esau, “I am about to die, so what good is a birthright to me?”…
Cross References Hebrews 12:16See to it that no one is sexually immoral, or is godless like Esau, who for a single meal sold his birthright.
Romans 9:12-13not by works but by Him who calls, she was told, “The older will serve the younger.” / So it is written: “Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated.”
Genesis 27:36So Esau declared, “Is he not rightly named Jacob? For he has cheated me twice. He took my birthright, and now he has taken my blessing.” Then he asked, “Haven’t you saved a blessing for me?”
Genesis 27:33Isaac began to tremble violently and said, “Who was it, then, who hunted the game and brought it to me? Before you came in, I ate it all and blessed him—and indeed, he will be blessed!”
Genesis 27:28-29May God give to you the dew of heaven and the richness of the earth—an abundance of grain and new wine. / May peoples serve you and nations bow down to you. May you be the master of your brothers, and may the sons of your mother bow down to you. May those who curse you be cursed, and those who bless you be blessed.”
Genesis 27:19Jacob said to his father, “I am Esau, your firstborn. I have done as you told me. Please sit up and eat some of my game, so that you may bless me.”
Genesis 27:41Esau held a grudge against Jacob because of the blessing his father had given him. And Esau said in his heart, “The days of mourning for my father are at hand; then I will kill my brother Jacob.”
Malachi 1:2-3“I have loved you,” says the LORD. But you ask, “How have You loved us?” “Was not Esau Jacob’s brother?” declares the LORD. “Yet Jacob I have loved, / but Esau I have hated, and I have made his mountains a wasteland and left his inheritance to the desert jackals.”
Deuteronomy 21:17Instead, he must acknowledge the firstborn, the son of his unloved wife, by giving him a double portion of all that he has. For that son is the firstfruits of his father’s strength; the right of the firstborn belongs to him.
1 Chronicles 5:1-2These were the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel. Though he was the firstborn, his birthright was given to the sons of Joseph son of Israel, because Reuben defiled his father’s bed. So he is not reckoned according to birthright. / And though Judah prevailed over his brothers and a ruler came from him, the birthright belonged to Joseph.
Genesis 49:3-4Reuben, you are my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, excelling in honor, excelling in power. / Uncontrolled as the waters, you will no longer excel, because you went up to your father’s bed, onto my couch, and defiled it.
Exodus 4:22Then tell Pharaoh that this is what the LORD says: ‘Israel is My firstborn son,
1 Samuel 2:7-8The LORD sends poverty and wealth; He humbles and He exalts. / He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap. He seats them among princes and bestows on them a throne of honor. For the foundations of the earth are the LORD’s, and upon them He has set the world.
Psalm 89:27I will indeed appoint him as My firstborn, the highest of the kings of the earth.
Luke 15:12-13The younger son said to him, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. / After a few days, the younger son got everything together and journeyed to a distant country, where he squandered his wealth in wild living.
Treasury of Scripture And Jacob said, Sell me this day your birthright. Jump to Previous BirthBirthrightBirth-RightFirstJacobRightSellTo-DayJump to Next BirthBirthrightBirth-RightFirstJacobRightSellTo-DayGenesis 25 1.The sons of Abraham by Keturah.5.The division of his goods.7.His age, death, and burial.11.God blesses Isaac.12.The generations of Ishmael.17.His age and death.19.Isaac prays for Rebekah, being barren.22.The children strive in her womb.24.The birth of Esau and Jacob.27.Their different characters and pursuits.29.Esau sells his birthright.First sell me your birthrightIn the ancient Near Eastern culture, the birthright was a significant inheritance right, typically given to the firstborn son. It included a double portion of the family estate and leadership of the family. This request by Jacob highlights the importance of the birthright and foreshadows the future tension between Jacob and Esau. The birthright also had spiritual implications, as it was tied to the Abrahamic covenant and the blessings promised by God. This moment is pivotal in the narrative of the patriarchs, as it sets the stage for the fulfillment of God's promises through Jacob's lineage. Jacob replied
Jacob's character is often seen as shrewd and opportunistic, especially in this context. His name, which can mean "supplanter" or "heel-grabber," reflects his actions here. This interaction between Jacob and Esau is a turning point in their relationship and in the broader narrative of Genesis. Jacob's actions can be seen as part of God's sovereign plan, as he becomes the father of the twelve tribes of Israel. This moment also connects to the theme of God's election, as seen inRomans 9:10-13, where Paul discusses God's choice of Jacob over Esau. Persons / Places / Events 1. JacobThe younger son of Isaac and Rebekah, known for his cunning and desire for the birthright, which was a significant inheritance and blessing in Hebrew culture. 2. EsauThe elder twin brother of Jacob, a skilled hunter, who is characterized by his impulsive nature and lack of appreciation for his birthright. 3. BirthrightIn ancient Hebrew culture, the birthright was a special honor given to the firstborn son, which included leadership of the family and a double portion of the inheritance. 4. IsaacThe father of Jacob and Esau, son of Abraham, who plays a crucial role in the continuation of God's covenant with Abraham. 5. RebekahThe mother of Jacob and Esau, who favored Jacob and played a significant role in the unfolding of God's plan for Jacob. Teaching Points Value of Spiritual InheritanceJust as Jacob desired the birthright, believers should value their spiritual inheritance in Christ, prioritizing eternal blessings over temporary pleasures. Consequences of ImpulsivenessEsau's decision to sell his birthright for immediate gratification serves as a warning against making impulsive decisions that can have lasting negative consequences. God's Sovereignty and Human ResponsibilityWhile God’s sovereign plan unfolds through Jacob and Esau, each individual is responsible for their choices, highlighting the balance between divine sovereignty and human responsibility. Prioritizing God's PromisesBelievers are encouraged to prioritize God's promises and their spiritual calling, much like Jacob, who recognized the significance of the birthright. Family Dynamics and God's PlanThe account of Jacob and Esau illustrates how family dynamics can play a role in God's plan, reminding us that God can work through complex relationships to fulfill His purposes. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 25
Why did Esau sell his birthright to Jacob?
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Why did God favor Jacob over Esau?Verse 31. - And Jacob said, Sell me this day - literally, as the day; as clearly as the day (Jarchi, Kimchi, Drusius); immediately, statim (Rosenmüller); perhaps simply today, σήμερον (LXX., Glassius, Gesenius, Kalisch; cf. 1 Samuel 9:13, 27; 1 Kings 1:49) - thy birthright. The right of primogeniture in the family of Abraham implied (1) succession to the earthly inheritance of Canaan; (2) possession of the covenant blessing transmitted through the paternal benediction; and (3) progenitorship of the promised seed. Under the Mosaic institute the privileges of the firstborn were clearly defined. They involved succession to . . .
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew “Firstכַיּ֛וֹם(ḵay·yō·wm)Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117:A daysellמִכְרָ֥ה(miḵ·rāh)Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 4376:To sellmeלִֽי׃(lî)Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's Hebrewyour birthright,”בְּכֹֽרָתְךָ֖(bə·ḵō·rā·ṯə·ḵā)Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 1062:The firstling of man, beast, primogenitureJacobיַעֲקֹ֑ב(ya·‘ă·qōḇ)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3290:Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his descreplied.וַיֹּ֖אמֶר(way·yō·mer)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559:To utter, say
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