Greek Word Study
The meaning of “Ἠσαῦ”
Understanding Ēsaû reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of Hebrew origin (עֵשָׂו) Esau. - Esau, an Edomite
G2269
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
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
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |