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When Esau heard the words of his father, he cried with an exceeding great and bitter cry, and said to his father, "Bless me, even me also, my father."
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Sorrow vs. Repentance
Commentators like Calvin and Henry argue that Esau's 'great and bitter cry' is not a sign of true, godly repentance. It is a cry of worldly sorrow over his loss, not a cry of faith seeking God's grace. As Hebrews 12:17 later clarifies, Esau 'found no place for repentance,' highlighting that his heart remained unchanged despite his tears. This distinguishes his reaction from the genuine repentance that God always accepts.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
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19th Century
Anglican
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16th Century
Protestant
He cried with a great and exceeding bitter cry. Though Esau persists in imploring the blessing, he yet gives a sign of desperation, which …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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