Esau sold his birthright to his brother Jacob for a meal of pottage (Genesis ch.25). See also:
Jacob tricked his brother Esau as described in Genesis 25:29-34 where Esau sold his birthright to his Jacob in exchange for a meal.
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Christians say that Esau sold his birthright to Jacob
Jews say that Esau sold his birthright to Jacob
In the Bible, Esau sold his birthright to his younger brother Jacob for a bowl of stew. Later, Jacob, with the encouragement of his mother Rebekah, deceived their father Isaac to receive the blessing meant for Esau. This act of trickery solidified Jacob's claim to the birthright, leading to a deep rift between the brothers.
Esau sold his birthright for a bowl of stew to his 'scheming' brother JacobAdditional thoughts:(Genesis 25:29-34NIV)This account tells us that "... Esau despised his birthright". As first born, Esau had blessings and spiritual responsibilities, but because he had no appreciation for sacred things, he was willing to sell these privileges for selfish gain (Hebrews 12:16) to his brother, who was a 'peaceful man'.(Genesis 25:27NASB)
A birthright barterer is someone who trades or exchanges items, services, or resources as a way of upholding their inherited right or privilege in a society or community. This could include negotiating deals based on their status, lineage, or inherent entitlement.
Esau "sold" Jacob his rights to his birthright. Since Esau was the older brother, he was entitled to 2/3 of what his father left behind when he died. What he received in return was some of the soup Jacob was preparing.
When Esau sold his birthright, some scholars believe that he was following a custom that has a parallel in the
Esau(Genesis 25:30-34) 30 So Eʹsau said to Jacob: "Quick, please, give me some of the red stew that you have there, for I am exhausted!" That is why his name was Eʹdom. 31 To this Jacob said: "First sell me your right as firstborn!" 32 And Eʹsau continued: "Here I am about to die! What use is a birthright to me?" 33 And Jacob added: "Swear to me first!" So he swore to him and sold his right as firstborn to Jacob. 34 Then Jacob gave Eʹsau bread and lentil stew, and he ate and drank, and he got up and went away. Thus Eʹsau despised the birthright. . .
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