Esau and Jacob

Genesis 25:19-34

Below you will find words that describe the two brothers Esau and Jacob.
Can you match the characteristics to the right brother?
Read the scriptures and list your decisions under each name.

Esau

- Favorite son of Isaac
- Favorite son of Rebekah
- Was an outdoorsman and hunter
- Was the first born; the eldest
- Quiet and stayed near home
- Asked for the birthright in return for
     a bowl of stew
- "Despised," or did not regard
      his birthright



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Jacob

- His name means red
- Grabbed his brother's heel when
     being born
- Had thick hair all over his body
- Son of Abraham
- Conspired to take his brother's
     inheritance
- Physical appetite caused him to
     disregard a serious duty
- Was deceitful


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