Bible Timeline · The Patriarchs and Egypt

Birth of Jacob and Esau

Approximately 1835 BC, lasting about 1 day. 3 verses describe this event, involving Esau, Israel, Rebekah, Isaac.

Scripture

  • Genesis 25:24

    And when her days to be delivered were fulfilled, behold, there were twins in her womb.

  • Genesis 25:25

    And the first came out red, all over like an hairy garment; and they called his name Esau.

  • Genesis 25:26

    And after that came his brother out, and his hand took hold on Esau’s heel; and his name was called Jacob: and Isaac was threescore years old when she bare them.