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NASB | Genesis 25:31 But Jacob said, "First sell me your birthright." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Genesis 25:31 Jacob answered, "First sell me your birthright (the rights of a firstborn)." |
Bible Question (short): Reticence In The Jacob/Esau Story? |
Question (full): What does 'reticence' mean with regard to Bible study? For example, I've been told that the Jacob/Esau story in Genesis contains notable examples of reticence. Is this where the author holds back information, thus emphasising the importance of what he does give us? Eg. He doesn't provide us with detailed physical descriptions for the two brothers, except when it plays an important part in the story (ie. Esau's hairiness). Thanks. |