Genesis 25:22-23
25:22 a When the pregnancy was difficult, Rebekah went to ask the Lord about it, probably by visiting a prophet—perhaps Abraham (20:7 b; see study note on 25:7-8).25:23 c rivals: Jacob and Esau fought in the womb, and their descendants (Israel and Edom) fought continuously throughout their history. In their many conflicts, Israel achieved supremacy over Edom.
• your older son will serve your younger son: God’s choice of the younger son over the elder ran against natural order (cp. 48:12-14 d; see Mal 1:1-3 e; Rom 9:11-16 f).
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