Font Size
Genesis 25:25-28
The Message
Genesis 25:25-28
The Message
24-26 When her time to give birth came, sure enough, there were twins in her womb. The first came out reddish, as if snugly wrapped in a hairy blanket; they named him Esau (Hairy). His brother followed, his fist clutched tight to Esau’s heel; they named him Jacob (Heel). Isaac was sixty years old when they were born.
27-28 The boys grew up. Esau became an expert hunter, an outdoorsman. Jacob was a quiet man preferring life indoors among the tents. Isaac loved Esau because he loved his game, but Rebekah loved Jacob.
Read full chapter
The Message (MSG)
Copyright © 1993, 2002, 2018 by Eugene H. Peterson
Bible Gateway Recommends
The Message // REMIX 2.0, Softcover: The Bible in Contemporary Language
Retail: $19.99
Our Price: $15.99
Save: $4.00 (20%)
The Message Large-Print Deluxe Gift Bible--soft leather-look, green
Retail: $24.99
Our Price: $19.99
Save: $5.00 (20%)
The Message Bible, Dusty Rose Floral Large Print Leather-Look
Retail: $59.99
Our Price: $44.99
Save: $15.00 (25%)
The Message of Hope: Discover Meaning and Purpose for Your Life - eBook
Retail: $4.99
Our Price: $3.99
Save: $1.00 (20%)
The Message Personal-Size Bible--soft leather-look, saddle tan
Retail: $39.99
Our Price: $32.99
Save: $7.00 (18%)
The Message Large-Print Deluxe Gift Bible--soft leather-look, teal
Retail: $24.99
Our Price: $18.49
Save: $6.50 (26%)