Romans 9:10
And not only this; but when Rebecca also had conceived by one, even by our father Isaac;
Cross-references
Genesis 25:21–23
Historical context
Genesis 25:21-23 records the same event of Rebekah's pregnancy and God's oracle about the twins.
Genesis 25:23
Citation
Genesis 25:23 is the oracle Paul cites — God declares Jacob and Esau's destinies before birth, establishing sovereign election.
Malachi 1:2
Citation
Malachi 1:2 is the source of Paul's later quote 'Jacob I loved, Esau I hated' — directly reinforcing God's sovereign choice.
Genesis 27:37
Historical context
Genesis 27:37 shows Isaac confirming Jacob's lordship over Esau, fulfilling the oracle about the elder serving the younger.