Genesis 25:26 cpdv — Isaac was sixty years old when the little ones were born to him.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Isaac was sixty years old when the little ones were born to him. "

— Genesis 25:26, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 25 — Context

23

And responding, he said, “Two nations are in your womb, and two peoples will be divided out of your womb, and one people will overcome the other people, and the elder will serve the younger.”

24

Now the time had arrived to give birth, and behold, twins were discovered in her womb.

25

He who departed first was red, and entirely hairy like a pelt; and his name was called Esau. At once the other departed and he held his brother’s foot in his hand; and because of this he was called Jacob.

26

Isaac was sixty years old when the little ones were born to him.

27

And as adults, Esau became a knowledgeable hunter and a man of agriculture, but Jacob, a simple man, dwelt in tents.

28

Isaac was fond of Esau, because he was fed from his hunting; and Rebekah loved Jacob.

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Then Jacob boiled a small meal. Esau, when he had arrived weary from the field,

Genesis 25:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 25:26 say?
Genesis 25:26 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Isaac was sixty years old when the little ones were born to him. ”
Where is Genesis 25:26 in the Bible?
Genesis 25:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 25, verse 26.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 25:26.
What translation should I read Genesis 25:26 in?
Genesis 25:26 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 25:26?
Genesis 25:26 reads (CPDV): “Isaac was sixty years old when the little ones were born to him. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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