Heb 12:16 | TNotes | STEP | 12:16 Ancient Jewish literature describes Esau as sexually immoral because he was married to the Hittite women Judith and Basemath (Gen 26:34 ; see Jubilees 25:1; Philo, On the Virtues 208). • Esau’s lack of regard for his birthright (Gen 25:29-34 ) was godless . His willingness to give up God’s blessings for immediate satisfaction illustrates the opposite of faith.

bGen 26:34►

cGen 25:29-34►

‏ Hebrews 12:16

12:16 ^a Ancient Jewish literature describes Esau as sexually immoral because he was married to the Hittite women Judith and Basemath (Gen 26:34 ^b; see Jubilees 25:1; Philo, On the Virtues 208).

• Esau’s lack of regard for his birthright (Gen 25:29-34 ^c) was godless. His willingness to give up God’s blessings for immediate satisfaction illustrates the opposite of faith.