Genesis 36

Genesis 36:1-43

Contents: Generations of Esau and their settlements.

Characters: Esau, Jacob.

Conclusion: Though one have not a spiritual right by promise, they may still have, in the mercy of God, temporary rights to rich estates in this world. «But what is a man profited if he gain the whole world and lose his own soul?»

Key Word: Generations, Genesis 36:1.

Strong Verses: Genesis 36:6; Genesis 36:7.

Striking Facts: Edom, a name by which the foolish bargain was perpetuated, means «red pottage.» If men sell their birthright in Christ for a mess of pottage, they must thank themselves when afterwards, it is remembered against them to their reproach.