^{11 Ref} Before the children had come into existence, or had done anything good or bad, in order that God's purpose and his selection might be effected, not by works, but by him whose purpose it is,

^{12 Ref} It was said to her, The older will be the servant of the younger.

^{13 Ref} Even as it is said, I had love for Jacob, but for Esau I had hate.