Genesis 27:11 net — “But Esau my brother is a hairy man,” Jacob protested to his mother Rebekah,“and I have smooth skin!

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"“But Esau my brother is a hairy man,” Jacob protested to his mother Rebekah,“and I have smooth skin!"

— Genesis 27:11, NET Bible

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Genesis 27 — Context

8

Now then, my son, do exactly what I tell you!

9

Go to the flock and get me two of the best young goats. I’ll prepare them in a tasty way for your father, just the way he loves them.

10

Then you will take it to your father. Thus he will eat it and bless you before he dies.”

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“But Esau my brother is a hairy man,” Jacob protested to his mother Rebekah,“and I have smooth skin!

12

My father may touch me! Then he’ll think I’m mocking him and I’ll bring a curse on myself instead of a blessing.”

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So his mother told him,“Any curse against you will fall on me, my son! Just obey me! Go and get them for me!”

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So he went and got the goats and brought them to his mother. She prepared some tasty food, just the way his father loved it.

Genesis 27:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 27:11 say?
Genesis 27:11 in the NET Bible reads: ““But Esau my brother is a hairy man,” Jacob protested to his mother Rebekah,“and I have smooth skin!”
Where is Genesis 27:11 in the Bible?
Genesis 27:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 27, verse 11.
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 27:11.
What translation should I read Genesis 27:11 in?
Genesis 27:11 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 27:11?
Genesis 27:11 reads (NET): ““But Esau my brother is a hairy man,” Jacob protested to his mother Rebekah,“and I have smooth skin!” 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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