Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Then it shall be, when he maketh his sons to inherit that which he hath, that he may not make the son of the beloved firstborn before the son of the hated, which is indeed the firstborn:
Bible References
General references
1 Chronicles 5:2
Though Judah was the strongest among his brothers and a leader descended from him, the right of the firstborn belonged to Joseph.)
1 Chronicles 26:10
Hosah, one of the descendants of Merari, had sons: The firstborn Shimri (he was not actually the firstborn, but his father gave him that status),
2 Chronicles 11:19
She bore him sons named Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham.
2 Chronicles 21:3
Their father gave them many presents, including silver, gold, and other precious items, along with fortified cities in Judah. But he gave the kingdom to Jehoram because he was the firstborn.
Romans 8:29
because those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that his Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.
Philippians 4:8
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is worthy of respect, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if something is excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things.
Hebrews 12:16
And see to it that no one becomes an immoral or godless person like Esau, who sold his own birthright for a single meal.