Genesis 27:41-46
Esau could not believe his little brother had tricked him a second time! First, Jacob had taken his birthright, all the riches Isaac would have left him. Then Jacob had stolen his blessing, God's protection for the future. Esau was so angry, he decided to kill his brother.
Rebekah found out about Esau's plan and warned Jacob. "You will have to go far away. Go and stay with my family, " she told him. Jacob packed his things, quickly said goodbye, then disappeared into the desert.
By the time Esau heard about it, Jacob was long gone. He knew it was useless to try and follow. So Esau stayed with his parents, taking care of them in their old age.
Esau may not have had his father's blessing, and he may have been foolish enough to trade his birthright for a bowl of stew, but Esau knew it was an honour to take care of his parents as they grew older. Esau would keep the family strong until Jacob returned.
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