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The boys grew. Esau was a skillful hunter, a man of the field. Jacob was a quiet man, living in tents.
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Two Brothers, Two Paths
Commentators emphasize the stark contrast between the twins. Esau is portrayed as a skillful, active hunter, a "man of the field," representing a worldly, robust nature. In contrast, Jacob is described as a quiet, domestic man who "dwelt in tents," focusing on shepherding and home life. These differing dispositions set the stage for the unfolding divine drama.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
פדן padān — Paddan, “plowed field;” related: “cut, plow.”
עשׂי ‛êśâv, Esau, “hairy, or made.”
19th Century
Anglican
THE TÔLDÔTH ISAAC (Genesis 25:19 to Genesis 35:29).
THE BIRTH OF ISAAC’S SONS.
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16th Century
Protestant
And the boys grew. Moses now briefly describes the dispositions of them both. He does not, indeed, commend Jacob because of those rare and…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the boys grew In stature, became strong and fit for business, and betook themselves to different employments:
Esau hunted the beasts of the field with dexterity and success, until he became a conqueror, ruling over his neighbors. Jacob was a plain man, one …
