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Genesis — Capítulo 25

Genesis is the book of beginnings—of the universe and of humanity, of sin and its catastrophic effects, and of God’s plan to restore blessing to the world through his chosen people. God began his plan when he called Abraham and made a covenant with him. Genesis traces God’s promised blessings from generation to generation, to the time of bondage and the need for redemption from Egypt. It lays t…

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Texto — Reina-Valera 1960

1Abraham tomó otra mujer, cuyo nombre era Cetura,

2la cual le dio a luz a Zimram, Jocsán, Medán, Madián, Isbac y Súa.

3Y Jocsán engendró a Seba y a Dedán; e hijos de Dedán fueron Asurim, Letusim y Leumim.

4E hijos de Madián: Efa, Efer, Hanoc, Abida y Elda. Todos estos fueron hijos de Cetura.

5Y Abraham dio todo cuanto tenía a Isaac.

6Pero a los hijos de sus concubinas dio Abraham dones, y los envió lejos de Isaac su hijo, mientras él vivía, hacia el oriente, a la tierra oriental.

7Y estos fueron los días que vivió Abraham: ciento setenta y cinco años.

8Y exhaló el espíritu, y murió Abraham en buena vejez, anciano y lleno de años, y fue unido a su pueblo.

9Y lo sepultaron Isaac e Ismael sus hijos en la cueva de Macpela, en la heredad de Efrón hijo de Zohar heteo, que está enfrente de Mamre,

10heredad que compró Abraham de los hijos de Het; allí fue sepultado Abraham, y Sara su mujer.

11Y sucedió, después de muerto Abraham, que Dios bendijo a Isaac su hijo; y habitó Isaac junto al pozo del Viviente-que-me-ve.

12Estos son los descendientes de Ismael hijo de Abraham, a quien le dio a luz Agar la egipcia, sierva de Sara;

13estos, pues, son los nombres de los hijos de Ismael, nombrados en el orden de su nacimiento: El primogénito de Ismael, Nebaiot; luego Cedar, Adbeel, Mibsam,

14Misma, Duma, Massa,

15Hadar, Tema, Jetur, Nafis y Cedema.

16Estos son los hijos de Ismael, y estos sus nombres, por sus villas y por sus campamentos; doce príncipes por sus familias.

17Y estos fueron los años de la vida de Ismael, ciento treinta y siete años; y exhaló el espíritu Ismael, y murió, y fue unido a su pueblo.

18Y habitaron desde Havila hasta Shur, que está enfrente de Egipto viniendo a Asiria; y murió en presencia de todos sus hermanos.

19Estos son los descendientes de Isaac hijo de Abraham: Abraham engendró a Isaac,

20y era Isaac de cuarenta años cuando tomó por mujer a Rebeca, hija de Betuel arameo de Padan-aram, hermana de Labán arameo.

21Y oró Isaac a Jehová por su mujer, que era estéril; y lo aceptó Jehová, y concibió Rebeca su mujer.

22Y los hijos luchaban dentro de ella; y dijo: Si es así, ¿para qué vivo yo? Y fue a consultar a Jehová;

23y le respondió Jehová: Dos naciones hay en tu seno, Y dos pueblos serán divididos desde tus entrañas; El un pueblo será más fuerte que el otro pueblo, Y el mayor servirá al menor.

24Cuando se cumplieron sus días para dar a luz, he aquí había gemelos en su vientre.

25Y salió el primero rubio, y era todo velludo como una pelliza; y llamaron su nombre Esaú.

26Después salió su hermano, trabada su mano al calcañar de Esaú; y fue llamado su nombre Jacob. Y era Isaac de edad de sesenta años cuando ella los dio a luz.

27Y crecieron los niños, y Esaú fue diestro en la caza, hombre del campo; pero Jacob era varón quieto, que habitaba en tiendas.

28Y amó Isaac a Esaú, porque comía de su caza; mas Rebeca amaba a Jacob.

29Y guisó Jacob un potaje; y volviendo Esaú del campo, cansado,

30dijo a Jacob: Te ruego que me des a comer de ese guiso rojo, pues estoy muy cansado. Por tanto fue llamado su nombre Edom.

31Y Jacob respondió: Véndeme en este día tu primogenitura.

32Entonces dijo Esaú: He aquí yo me voy a morir; ¿para qué, pues, me servirá la primogenitura?

33Y dijo Jacob: Júramelo en este día. Y él le juró, y vendió a Jacob su primogenitura.

34Entonces Jacob dio a Esaú pan y del guisado de las lentejas; y él comió y bebió, y se levantó y se fue. Así menospreció Esaú la primogenitura.

TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES

Versículo 1

I. 25:1-11 Though Abraham had sons by another wife, he safeguarded Isaac’s inheritance and blessing.

25:1-11 Though Abraham had sons by another wife, he safeguarded Isaac’s inheritance and blessing. 25:1 Exactly when Abraham married . . . Keturah is unknown. It was probably, but not necessarily, after Sarah’s death.

Versículo 2

II. 25:2-4 The birth of these nations from Abraham partially fulfilled God’s promise to him (12:2; 17…

25:2-4 The birth of these nations from Abraham partially fulfilled God’s promise to him (12:2; 17:4).

Versículo 3

III. 25:3 Sheba and Dedan: Cp. 10:7. Abraham’s descendants probably settled in these regions and becam…

25:3 Sheba and Dedan: Cp. 10:7. Abraham’s descendants probably settled in these regions and became identified by their names, along with people of other lineage.

Versículo 5

IV. 25:5-6 Abraham loved all his sons, so before he died, he gave them gifts and sent them away as he…

25:5-6 Abraham loved all his sons, so before he died, he gave them gifts and sent them away as he had sent Ishmael (21:8-14). In this way, he preserved Isaac’s position as his heir.

Versículo 7

V. 25:7-8 Abraham’s death is recorded before the births of Jacob and Esau, but he lived until they w…

25:7-8 Abraham’s death is recorded before the births of Jacob and Esau, but he lived until they were fifteen years old (25:19-26; cp. 21:5; 25:26). This literary arrangement closes Abraham’s story before focusing on Isaac’s family.

Versículo 11

VI. 25:11 God’s blessing transferred to Isaac; Abraham’s other sons had been sent away. Isaac lived n…

25:11 God’s blessing transferred to Isaac; Abraham’s other sons had been sent away. Isaac lived near Beer-lahai-roi—a special place where God had answered prayer (16:14) and where Isaac waited on the Lord (24:62).

Versículo 12

VII. 25:12-18 This record lists Ishmael’s descendants before tracing Isaac’s (25:19–35:29), which is i…

25:12-18 This record lists Ishmael’s descendants before tracing Isaac’s (25:19–35:29), which is in keeping with the literary arrangement of Genesis (see Genesis Book Introduction, “Summary”).

Versículo 16

VIII. 25:16 Ishmael’s twelve sons fulfilled God’s promise of blessing (17:20).

25:16 Ishmael’s twelve sons fulfilled God’s promise of blessing (17:20).

Versículo 18

IX. 25:18 Havilah was a region in north-central Arabia. • Shur was a region between Beersheba and Egy…

25:18 Havilah was a region in north-central Arabia. • Shur was a region between Beersheba and Egypt. • in open hostility toward all their relatives: The wording is close to that of 16:12.

Versículo 19

X. 25:19–35:29 This account of the family of Isaac, the chosen son of Abraham, mostly recounts Jacob…

25:19–35:29 This account of the family of Isaac, the chosen son of Abraham, mostly recounts Jacob’s struggle for the blessing (25:27-34; chs 27–33). 25:19-26 Jacob’s struggle for supremacy began before the twins were born (see Hos 12:3). 25:19-20 Isaac . . . married Rebekah: Isaac’s marriage tied him and his family even more closely to Abraham’s ancestors. Had he married a Canaanite, the covenant faith would have been imperiled by this corrupt, syncretistic people.

Versículo 21

XI. 25:21 For twenty years, Rebekah was barren (cp. 25:20, 26), like Sarah (see 16:1). This condition…

25:21 For twenty years, Rebekah was barren (cp. 25:20, 26), like Sarah (see 16:1). This condition tested their faith (see study note on 16:1-3). How could they be childless when God promised that nations would issue from them? • Isaac pleaded with the Lord and the Lord answered Isaac’s prayer. Isaac apparently learned from his father’s mistake and responded in faith.

Versículo 22

XII. 25:22 When the pregnancy was difficult, Rebekah went to ask the Lord about it, probably by visiti…

25:22 When the pregnancy was difficult, Rebekah went to ask the Lord about it, probably by visiting a prophet—perhaps Abraham (20:7; see study note on 25:7-8).

Versículo 23

XIII. 25:23 rivals: Jacob and Esau fought in the womb, and their descendants (Israel and Edom) fought c…

25:23 rivals: Jacob and Esau fought in the womb, and their descendants (Israel and Edom) fought continuously throughout their history. In their many conflicts, Israel achieved supremacy over Edom. • your older son will serve your younger son: God’s choice of the younger son over the elder ran against natural order (cp. 48:12-14; see Mal 1:1-3; Rom 9:11-16).

Versículo 24

XIV. 25:24-26 When the twins were born, the unusual circumstances inspired each boy’s name and hinted …

25:24-26 When the twins were born, the unusual circumstances inspired each boy’s name and hinted at what would happen to them in the future.

Versículo 25

XV. 25:25 Two wordplays anticipate Esau’s later life. Esau sounds like Hebrew se‘ar, which means “hai…

25:25 Two wordplays anticipate Esau’s later life. Esau sounds like Hebrew se‘ar, which means “hair”; Esau’s later homeland, Edom, was known as Seir (“hairy”) because it was wooded (as though covered with hair). • red (Hebrew ’admoni) sounds like Esau’s other name, Edom (25:27-34); Edom had red soil. • Esau’s >hair was like the fur coat of an animal, foreshadowing his unspiritual character (25:34; Heb 12:16; cp. Lev 26:22; Deut 7:22; 1 Cor 15:32). The description of the child uses words that highlight the Edomites’ nature.

Versículo 26

16. 25:26 The name Jacob (Hebrew ya‘aqob, from Hebrew ‘aqeb, “heel, footprint”) was originally positi…

25:26 The name Jacob (Hebrew ya‘aqob, from Hebrew ‘aqeb, “heel, footprint”) was originally positive, meaning “protect” (like a rear guard), but it took on the negative meaning of “heel grabber” or “deceiver” in the context of Jacob’s deceptive, grasping, usurping character (see 27:36).

Versículo 27

17. 25:27-34 Jacob and Esau each developed in accord with his initial characteristics (25:24-26). Esa…

25:27-34 Jacob and Esau each developed in accord with his initial characteristics (25:24-26). Esau, the reddish, hairy man, cared about physical things rather than spiritual things (see Heb 12:16); he was finally overcome by physical appetites and sold his birthright. Jacob, the heel grabber, knew the birthright’s value and drove a ruthless bargain to gain it presumptuously from his brother. 25:27 Esau was a skillful hunter and an outdoorsman—a wild man who loved wild country. Jacob had a quiet (or even) temperament and preferred to stay at home (literally dwelling in tents)—i.e., he was civilized.

Versículo 28

18. 25:28 The parents each practiced favoritism. • because: Isaac’s love for Esau was conditioned upo…

25:28 The parents each practiced favoritism. • because: Isaac’s love for Esau was conditioned upon his son’s performance. Rebekah’s love for Jacob was constant and unconditional.

Versículo 29

19. 25:29 Ironically, Jacob proved the more cunning hunter. The word cooking (Hebrew wayyazed, “boili…

25:29 Ironically, Jacob proved the more cunning hunter. The word cooking (Hebrew wayyazed, “boiling”) sounds like the word for “hunter” (Hebrew tsayid). While boiling stew, Jacob was laying a trap for the hairy red animal. He may have waited a long time for this opportunity. This word for “boil” was also used for presumptuous action (like water boiling over the rim of the pot). Jacob overstepped his boundaries when he seized the promise for himself. By contrast, Abraham knew the promise was his and was secure in giving the land away (see study note on 13:8-13). • Esau was exhausted and hungry, but his life was not in danger (25:32; see study note on 25:33-34).

Versículo 30

20. 25:30 Esau was preoccupied with his appetite. Being driven by one’s appetites leaves no place for…

25:30 Esau was preoccupied with his appetite. Being driven by one’s appetites leaves no place for spiritual values. The text emphasizes this by using a Hebrew word (translated give) that was normally used for feeding animals. • Edom, which means “red”: See study note on 25:25.

Versículo 31

21. 25:31-33 Jacob was the better hunter on this occasion, but great danger lay in exercising such st…

25:31-33 Jacob was the better hunter on this occasion, but great danger lay in exercising such strong ambition. God’s people should desire the things of God, but they must not seek them in the flesh (see Zech 4:6; Gal 5:16-17; Eph 6:10-12). The Lord dealt severely with Jacob to purge him of carnal methods. He later received the promise not as crafty Jacob the usurper, but as Israel (meaning, “God fights”), with God fighting on his behalf (Gen 32:28).

Versículo 33

22. 25:33-34 Esau eagerly took Jacob’s bait and fell into the trap. He ate and left too quickly to ha…

25:33-34 Esau eagerly took Jacob’s bait and fell into the trap. He ate and left too quickly to have been near death (25:32). The final comment on the passage explains that Esau showed contempt for his birthright, considering it worthless (Heb 12:16). It is foolish to sacrifice spiritual blessings to satisfy physical appetites (cp. Gen 3:6).

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