KJV ORIGINAL
And I gave unto Isaac Jacob and Esau: and I gave unto Esau mount Seir, to possess it; but Jacob and his children went down into Egypt.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
I gave Isaac two sons: Jacob and Esau. I gave Esau the hill country of Seir as his inheritance, but Jacob and his descendants went down to live in Egypt.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is recounting how He provided for both of Isaac's sons - giving Esau his own land while Jacob's family eventually moved to Egypt.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of Joshua's farewell speech where he's recounting Israel's history before they enter the Promised Land. God is speaking through Joshua, reminding the people how He guided their ancestors - giving Esau the mountainous region of Seir (later called Edom) while Jacob's family grew into a great nation during their time in Egypt.
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