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The meaning of Ἠσαῦ

Understanding Ēsaû reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

of Hebrew origin (עֵשָׂו) Esau. - Esau, an Edomite

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Greek Text
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Ἠσαῦ

Phoneticay-sow'
TransliterationĒsaû
Grammar Code
N:N-M-P
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of Hebrew origin (עֵשָׂו) Esau. - Esau, an Edomite

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

3 total references
ReferenceText
Romans 9:13

As it is written, Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated.

Word: Ἠσαῦ (Ēsaû)
Hebrews 11:20

By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau concerning things to come.

Word: Ἠσαῦ (Ēsaû)
Hebrews 12:16

Lest there be any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright.

Word: Ἠσαῦ (Ēsaû)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
3x
Most Frequent Book
Hebrews
Book Distribution

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