Gen 33:3 | MHM | STEP | v. 3 : Jacob went ahead of his family and bowed to the ground seven times as he approached Esau. This showed humility and respect, especially since Esau was the older brother. Jacob was trying to make peace by showing honor (Genesis 33:3; Genesis 4:7 ).

‏ Genesis 33:3

v. 3: Jacob went ahead of his family and bowed to the ground seven times as he approached Esau. This showed humility and respect, especially since Esau was the older brother. Jacob was trying to make peace by showing honor (Genesis 33:3; Genesis 4:7 ^a).