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What is the difference between a blessing and a birthright?



      

Genesis 25:1 - 34

ESV - 1 Abraham took another wife, whose name was Keturah. 2 She bore him Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah.

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Shea S. Michael Houdmann Supporter Got Questions Ministries
When twins Jacob and Esau were born, Esau came first, technically making him the firstborn. As the firstborn son, Esau automatically held the "birthright." A birthright was an honor given to the fi...

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