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Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Esau Meaning in the Bible
Esau
boy
Esau means "Hairy", a boy's name of Hebrew origin. Esau appears in the King James Bible, and Genesis 25:30 is the passage most often tied to it. A warning against trading eternal blessings for temporary gratification.
Is Esau in the Bible?
Yes — Esau appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Pronunciation:/EE-saw/
OriginHebrew
MeaningHairy
What does Esau mean?
Esau is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Hairy". The firstborn twin of Isaac who sold his birthright, teaching about the value of spiritual inheritance.
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What does Esau mean in the Bible?
Esau means "Hairy" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
The firstborn twin of Isaac who sold his birthright, teaching about the value of spiritual inheritance.
Where does Esau appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Esau is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Genesis 25:30. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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Which books of the Bible mention Esau?
Esau is mentioned across 3 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Esau?
A warning against trading eternal blessings for temporary gratification.
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Esau name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Esau
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Esau?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Esau?
You can read every verse where Esau appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.