Gen 27:41 | JFB | STEP | 41. Esau hated Jacob-- It is scarcely to be wondered at that Esau resented the conduct of Jacob and vowed revenge. The days of mourning for my father are at hand-- a common Oriental phrase for the death of a parent.

‏ Genesis 27:41

41. Esau hated Jacob--It is scarcely to be wondered at that Esau resented the conduct of Jacob and vowed revenge.

The days of mourning for my father are at hand--a common Oriental phrase for the death of a parent.