Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Now the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel, (for he was the firstborn; but, forasmuch as he defiled his father's bed, his birthright was given unto the sons of Joseph the son of Israel: and the genealogy is not to be reckoned after the birthright.

Forasmuch

Birthright

Bible References

Forasmuch

1 Corinthians 5:1
It has actually been reported [to me] that there is a case of sexual immorality among you that is unheard of, even among the [unconverted] Gentiles. One of you is having sex with his stepmother.

Birthright

Colossians 1:15
He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn One [i.e., who takes preeminence] over all that is created.