Genesis 24:61-25:34
Dear RTB’ers,
I mentioned yesterday that Isaac’s “story” quickly shifts to his sons instead. Jacob and Esau are at odds with each other from their time in the womb (Gen. 25:27), then in their actual birth, with Jacob holding on to Esau9’s heel (Gen. 25:26). Their difficulties continue with Esau selling his birthright for a bowl of stew (Gen. 25:30-34). But I wonder how much of their difficulty begins with their parents: Isaac loved Esau because he ate of his game, but Rebekah loved Jacob. (Gen. 25:28) Their split love moves from personal preferences to strategic maneuvering by Rebekah two chapters down the road (Genesis 27) and continues with animosity between the brothers for years to come. Spoiler alert – it’s very interesting how it all works out! Stay tuned!
Blessings!