Genesis 27:41-45 (Good News Translation)
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Esau hated Jacob, because his father had given Jacob the blessing. He thought, "The time to mourn my father's death is near; then I will kill Jacob."
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But when Rebecca heard about Esau's plan, she sent for Jacob and said, "Listen, your brother Esau is planning to get even with you and kill you. 1
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Now, son, do what I say. Go at once to my brother Laban in Haran,
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and stay with him for a while, until your brother's anger cools down
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and he forgets what you have done to him. Then I will send someone to bring you back. Why should I lose both of my sons on the same day?"
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission. (The Good News Translation - The Holy Bible Online)
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